Bergenia ciliata 'Dumbo'

One of bergenia's common names is Pig Squeak, due to the sound made when the broad, wax-like leaves are rubbed between one's fingers. That isn't appropriate for 'Dumbo' bergenia because of its round, downy leaves that can grow up to 14 inches across - in fact, Dumbo-sized. Many sources say 'Dumbo' is fully deciduous, dying back in the winter and emerging in the spring. At The Garden Corner, we saw this variety's large leaves turn a dark red in the fall, fully expecting them to all wither in the cold. We were surprised to see 'Dumbo' maintain a small, low-growing cluster of much smaller leaves through freezing temps - possibly a fluke, but an impressive one. We love all the varieties of bergenia for shade gardens, but consider 'Dumbo' in a class of its own.

Common Name: Pig Squeak

Plant Type: Perennial

Mature Size: 12" - 16" tall, 18" - 24" wide

Growth Rate: Moderate

Cold Hardiness: -20°

Light:

• Full Shade
• Morning Sun
• Afternoon Shade
• Dappled Sun

Foliage Color: Green

Bloom Color: Pink

Bloom Time:

• Spring

Structure: Mounding

Characteristics:

• Attracts pollinators
• Container Lover
• Deer-resistant
• Rabbit-resistant

Photos: Real images, not stock photos

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