Bergenia ‘Silberlicht’ – Evergreen Beauty with Spring Blooms

The Bergenia ‘Silberlicht’, often known as Elephant’s Ears, is a tough yet attractive perennial valued for its glossy evergreen leaves and clusters of springtime flowers. From March to May, it produces striking pure white blooms that gradually age to soft pink, adding charm and freshness to garden borders and shady areas. Even when not in flower, the bold leathery leaves provide structure and year-round colour, often developing deep red and bronze tints in colder months.

Hardy and low-maintenance, Bergenia ‘Silberlicht’ is ideal for groundcover, edging paths, or planting in drifts for a natural look. With its combination of reliable foliage and bright seasonal blooms, it is a great choice for both traditional and modern gardens.

General Information

Bergenias are native to central Asia and are known for their adaptability and resilience. The cultivar ‘Silberlicht’, meaning “Silver Light” in German, is especially admired for its clean white flowers.

• Habit: Clump-forming evergreen perennial with bold foliage.

• Height & spread: Typically grows 30–40cm tall and up to 50cm wide.

• Foliage: Glossy, rounded, leathery leaves that remain attractive year-round; often turn red-bronze in autumn and winter.

• Flowers: Clusters of pure white blooms in spring that mature to a delicate pink.

• Flowering season: March to May, with occasional repeat blooms later.

• Position: Thrives in partial shade but also tolerates full sun.

• Soil: Prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil; adapts well to clay, loam, and sandy soils.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK and Ireland, tolerating frost and cold winters.

• Uses: Excellent for edging paths, borders, rockeries, shady corners, groundcover, or container planting.

Its mix of evergreen foliage and early spring blooms makes it a valuable perennial for year-round garden interest.

Care Guide

Bergenia ‘Silberlicht’ is one of the easiest perennials to grow, thriving with minimal care once established.

Planting

• When to plant: Best planted in spring or autumn, though container-grown plants can be planted year-round.

• Depth & spacing: Plant crowns level with the soil surface, spacing 40–50cm apart.

• Preparation: Enrich the planting site with compost or well-rotted manure for strong growth.

Watering & Feeding

• Water regularly during the first year to establish roots.

• Once established, Bergenias are drought-tolerant but benefit from occasional watering in dry spells.

• Feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser to encourage strong foliage and flowering.

Pruning & Maintenance

• Remove old, damaged, or dead leaves in late winter to tidy the plant and make way for new growth.

• Deadhead faded flower stems to prolong the display.

• Divide clumps every 3–4 years in spring or autumn to maintain vigour and provide new plants.

Protection

• Fully hardy, requiring no winter protection.

• Resistant to most pests and diseases, though slugs may occasionally feed on young growth.

• Tolerates pollution, making it suitable for urban gardens.

Why Choose Bergenia ‘Silberlicht’?

This hardy perennial offers beauty, resilience, and year-round value.

• Spring flowers: Clean white blooms age gracefully to soft pink.

• Evergreen foliage: Glossy leaves provide structure and seasonal colour.

• Hardy and reliable: Thrives in sun or shade and tolerates tough conditions.

• Low-maintenance: Requires little care once established.

• Versatile: Perfect for borders, groundcover, edging, or containers.

The Bergenia ‘Silberlicht’ is a garden classic, combining reliable evergreen foliage with a cheerful spring display of white and pink flowers. Whether planted in shady spots, along pathways, or as a bold clump in mixed borders, it is guaranteed to bring year-round interest with minimal effort.

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