| Bergenia 'Ripple Effect' |
USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Ripple Effect Bergenia features unusual spikes of white bell-shaped flowers rising above the foliage from early to mid spring. Its attractive large succulent round leaves remain forest green in colour throughout the season.
A compact, clump-forming selection that requires little maintenance and thrives in shade or sun; masses of white, bell shaped flowers rise above deep green foliage with serrated, wavy margins; not an evergreen variety, will go dormant over winter.
Ripple Effect Bergenia is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Mass Planting
- Rock/Alpine Gardens
- Border Edging
- General Garden Use
- Groundcover
- Container Planting
Common Name: Giant Rockfoil, Largeleaf Saxifrage, Pigsqueak
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| More About Ripple Effect Bergenia |
| Height: 28-30 inches |
Spread: 36 inches |
Flower Colour: White / Pink Shades |
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Ripple Effect Bergenia performs well in both full sun and full shade. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations, and should do just fine under typical garden conditions. It is considered to be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for a low-water garden or xeriscape application. This plant should not require much in the way of fertilizing once established, although it may appreciate a shot of general-purpose fertilizer from time to time early in the growing season. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations. Ripple Effect Bergenia is a fine choice for the garden, but it is also a good selection for planting in outdoor pots and containers. Because of its spreading habit of growth, it is ideally suited for use as a 'spiller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination; plant it near the edges where it can spill gracefully over the pot. It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
