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Bergenia pacumbis x ciliata 'Size Queen' - Pigsqueak from Quackin Grass Nursery

Bergenia pacumbis x ciliata 'Size Queen' - Pigsqueak from Quackin Grass Nursery

Bergenia pacumbis x ciliata 'Size Queen'

Pigsqueak

Plant Type:

SHADE PERENNIALS

Bergenia pacumbis x ciliata 'Size Queen' - Huge fuzzy green paddles turn red in autumn and may be evergreen in southern climes. Imagine huge, stunning winter-red tongues of leaves. Clustered pink flowers on thick stems rise in spring. Gorgeous in shade, dappled light with perhaps some morning sun - avoid hot afternoon blaze. Plant in fertile, moisture-retentive soil. Established pot grown perennial from division.


Height:

24 in

Spread:

36 in

Colors:

Pink

Zone:

(4b?)5 to 8
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Characteristics and Attributes for Bergenia pacumbis x ciliata 'Size Queen'

Season of Interest (Flowering)

  • Spring

Season of Interest (Foliage)

  • Spring / Summer / Autumn / into Winter

Autumn Interest

  • Autumn Leaf Color

Nature Attraction

  • Butterflies
  • Deer Resistant
  • Honey Bees & Native Bees

Light

  • Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade
  • Dappled Shade

Attributes

  • Grouping
  • Border
  • Accent
  • Cottage Garden

Growth Rate in the Garden

  • Medium

Soil

  • Humus Laden
  • Draining
  • Organic
  • Moist
  • Fertile

Origins

  • Garden Origin

Propagated By

  • Division