Bergenia cordifolia 'Tubby Andrews'Tubby Andrews Elephant's Ears
DESCRIPTION
Bergenia cordifolia 'Tubby Andrews' is a distinctive variegated perennial, known for its unique yellow and green foliage. The heart-shaped leaves emerge with a mix of yellow and deep green, creating an attractive contrast that lasts throughout the growing season. In early to mid-spring and again in fall, the plant produces clusters of soft pink flowers, rising above the foliage on sturdy stems and adding a burst of color to the garden.
Native to the mountainous regions of Asia, 'Tubby Andrews' is a hardy and reliable variety of Bergenia, appreciated for its variegated leaves and two season blooms. Its bold foliage and vibrant color make it an excellent choice for garden borders, ground cover, or rock gardens, where it adds texture and visual interest. The plant's resilience and eye-catching variegation provide year-round appeal, enhancing shaded or woodland areas with both foliage and floral beauty.
DESCRIPTION
Bergenia cordifolia 'Tubby Andrews' is a distinctive variegated perennial, known for its unique yellow and green foliage. The heart-shaped leaves emerge with a mix of yellow and deep green, creating an attractive contrast that lasts throughout the growing season. In early to mid-spring and again in fall, the plant produces clusters of soft pink flowers, rising above the foliage on sturdy stems and adding a burst of color to the garden.
Native to the mountainous regions of Asia, 'Tubby Andrews' is a hardy and reliable variety of Bergenia, appreciated for its variegated leaves and two season blooms. Its bold foliage and vibrant color make it an excellent choice for garden borders, ground cover, or rock gardens, where it adds texture and visual interest. The plant's resilience and eye-catching variegation provide year-round appeal, enhancing shaded or woodland areas with both foliage and floral beauty.
DESCRIPTION
Bergenia cordifolia 'Tubby Andrews' is a distinctive variegated perennial, known for its unique yellow and green foliage. The heart-shaped leaves emerge with a mix of yellow and deep green, creating an attractive contrast that lasts throughout the growing season. In early to mid-spring and again in fall, the plant produces clusters of soft pink flowers, rising above the foliage on sturdy stems and adding a burst of color to the garden.
Native to the mountainous regions of Asia, 'Tubby Andrews' is a hardy and reliable variety of Bergenia, appreciated for its variegated leaves and two season blooms. Its bold foliage and vibrant color make it an excellent choice for garden borders, ground cover, or rock gardens, where it adds texture and visual interest. The plant's resilience and eye-catching variegation provide year-round appeal, enhancing shaded or woodland areas with both foliage and floral beauty.
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Family: Saxifragaceae
Height: 12-18 inches tall
Width: 18-24 inches wide
Foliage color: Glossy yellow and green variegated leaves that turn red in the fall and winter
Flower color: Light to dark pink
Bloom time: Spring and fall
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; occasional division every few years to maintain plant vigor
Growing zone: USDA Zones 4-9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts pollinators, especially beesThis plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
