Elephant ears 'Abendglut'

Bergenia cordifolia

How to grow Elephant ears 'Abendglut'

  • Dappled Sun

  • Medium

Avoid unnecessary disturbance after planting the rhizomes are only loosely attached to the parent plant.
Divide clumps every few years to rejuvenate the plant.
Pull off old leaves to tidy

Plant in a location that enjoys dappled sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Abendglut is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures.

Growing Abendglut from seed

Seeds will germinate but may not come true to type.
Bergenia are more easily propagated by division or splitting rhizomes from the parent plant with an attached leaf

Transplanting Abendglut

Sun or partial shade, in most soil types.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Abendglut is a hardy plant.

Harvesting Abendglut

Elephant ears Abendglut Etymology

The pink colour appears to become more vibrant at dusk

Other Names for Elephant ears 'Abendglut'

Evening Glow