Winter Glow Elephant's Ear
Bergenia cordifolia 'Winter Glow'
Bold foliage, four-season interest, and rich early blooms make Winter Glow Elephant’s Ear a standout in shade and woodland gardens. This rugged perennial features large, glossy, leathery leaves in deep green that take on striking reddish-bronze tones in fall and winter—adding year-round color and texture to the garden.
In early spring, clusters of vivid rosy-pink flowers rise above the foliage on sturdy stems, providing a welcome splash of color when little else is in bloom. The blooms are also pollinator-friendly, attracting bees emerging from winter rest.
'Winter Glow' is incredibly low-maintenance, drought-tolerant once established, and deer-resistant, making it an ideal choice for tough spots in part to full shade. It spreads slowly to form a dense, weed-suppressing groundcover that thrives in borders, under trees, or along shady walkways.
Add structure, early blooms, and winter interest with Winter Glow Elephant’s Ear—a reliable, fuss-free performer with year-round appeal.
Winter Glow Elephant's Ear (11 cm Pot)
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Plant Details & Features:
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Plant Type: Hardy perennial
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Flower Color: Rosy pink
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Bloom Time: Early to mid-spring
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Foliage Color: Deep green, turning reddish-bronze in fall and winter
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Height & Spread: 12–18 inches tall, 18–24 inches wide
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Light Requirements: Part shade to full shade
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Soil Needs: Moist, well-drained soil; tolerates a range of soil types
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Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
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Maintenance: Very low; remove spent flower stalks and old leaves as needed
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Wildlife Friendly: Attracts early pollinators; deer-resistant
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Special Features: Evergreen foliage, winter color, early bloom, excellent groundcover for shade
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