The foliage is semi-evergreen and turns purplish during the winter. The plant grows in sun or partial shade but flowers earlier and has better winter foliage color in sun. Bergenia grows 1 foot tall in any good garden soil. The plant is suitable for use in areas with wet soil. As the plants age, the centers of the clumps become bare.
Propagation is by seeds sown in spring, or by division done in spring.
Set the crown just below the soil surface when replanting. Visuals associated with this text. This information is for educational purposes only. References to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned. This information becomes public property upon publication and may be printed verbatim with credit to MSU Extension.