Bergenia Crassifolia - Evergreen, Hardy Perennial with Bold Foliage

Bergenia crassifolia, also known as Elephant’s Ears or Siberian Tea Plant, is a highly robust, evergreen to semi-evergreen perennial valued for its large, leathery leaves and early spring flowers. This low-maintenance garden plant is ideal for borders, groundcover planting, and containers on balconies or terraces.

The thick, glossy leaves form dense clumps and often develop attractive red or bronze tones during the colder months, providing year-round structure and interest. In early spring, Bergenia crassifolia produces upright flower stems with clusters of pink to magenta blooms, offering an early source of color for the garden.

At TOMs FLOWer CLUB, we offer healthy, well-established Bergenia crassifolia plants, ready to be planted directly into the garden or into pots. Once established, this plant is extremely durable and requires very little care.

Plant Details

• Evergreen to semi-evergreen perennial

• Large, leathery leaves with winter color

• Pink to magenta flowers in early spring

• Dense, clump-forming growth

• Ideal for borders, groundcover, and containers

Position

• Sun to partial shade

• Tolerates shade and exposed locations

Care

• Moderate watering; drought-tolerant once established

• Well-draining soil preferred

• Very frost-hardy and wind-resistant

• Minimal maintenance required

Good to Know

Bergenia crassifolia originates from Siberia and Central Asia and is extremely cold-hardy (down to approx. –30 °C). The leaves were traditionally used for Siberian tea, giving the plant both ornamental and historical value.

Plant Size for Sale

You will receive a healthy, bare-rooted plant in the displayed size, ready for immediate planting in the garden or container.

Bring year-round structure, early seasonal color, and effortless beauty to your outdoor space with Bergenia crassifolia, available at TOMs FLOWer CLUB.