Bergenia 'Dumbo' | Elephant Ear Perennial | Evergreen Shade Plant | Pink Flower Bergenia | Deer Resistant Groundcover | Live Plant

Bergenia ciliata 'Dumbo' is a charming evergreen perennial prized for its large, fuzzy elephant ear-like leaves and clusters of beautiful pink flowers that bloom in spring. This compact Bergenia creates an attractive mound of foliage that provides year-round interest, making it an excellent choice for shade gardens, woodland borders, and containers.

Easy to grow and exceptionally hardy, 'Dumbo' thrives in partial shade to full shade, tolerates a variety of soil types, and is resistant to deer and rabbits. Its bold foliage adds texture and contrast to garden beds while remaining attractive through every season.

Key Features

• Life Cycle: Evergreen Perennial
• Botanical Name: Bergenia ciliata 'Dumbo'
• Foliage: Large fuzzy green leaves with year-round interest
• Flower Color: Pink
• Bloom Season: Spring
• Growth Habit: Clumping
• Light Requirements: Partial Shade to Full Shade
• Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist, well-drained soil
• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 4–9
• Characteristics: Evergreen, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Shade Loving, Low Maintenance

Uses

• Shade and woodland gardens
• Borders and edging
• Groundcover plantings
• Containers and patio planters
• Cottage gardens
• Year-round evergreen interest

Planting Partners

• Astilbe
• Heuchera (Coral Bells)
• Hosta
• Ferns
• Brunnera

Care Tips

• Plant in rich, well-draining soil.
• Keep soil evenly moist, especially during establishment.
• Prefers partial to full shade.
• Remove spent flowers to maintain a tidy appearance.
• Divide mature clumps every few years to encourage vigorous growth.