Bergenia ‘Spring Fling’ Elephant Ears

Watering Needs:

Keep soil evenly moist

Care Guide: Spring Into the Fling

This plant isn’t just a spring fling—it’s a year-round love affair. Plant it in full sun if your mornings are cool and crisp, or give it a shady siesta in hotter climates to keep those leaves lush. It’s not fussy about soil, but a little organic matter in well-draining ground goes a long way toward making its blooms burst with magenta brilliance.

Water it regularly when it’s settling in, but once this tough beauty gets comfortable, it’s fine with a little neglect. Add a cozy blanket of mulch in the fall to keep the roots snug through winter chills, and come spring, you’ll be rewarded with blooms that are as bold and vibrant as a fireworks finale.

After the flowers have dazzled their audience, snip them off and tidy up any tired leaves. Its leathery foliage will take center stage, deepening into rich burgundy tones when the cold rolls in, proving that ‘Spring Fling’ isn’t just a one-season wonder. Hardy from USDA zones 4-9, it’s the garden companion that doesn’t flake out on you, no matter the season.