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Bergenia 'Silberlicht' | Silverlight Bergenia

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DESCRIPTION
Bergenia 'Silberlicht,' also known as 'Silverlight,' displays clusters of delicate white flowers with a hint of pink, blooming in early to mid-spring. As the season progresses, the blooms often deepen to a rich pink, adding color variation to its display. These bell-shaped flowers rise above the foliage on sturdy stems, offering an airy counterpoint to the plant’s bold, rounded leaves.

Originally bred for its ornamental qualities, 'Silberlicht' brings interest to shaded borders, woodland gardens, and mixed beds, where it provides both seasonal flowers and evergreen foliage. In cooler months, the leathery, green leaves often develop red or purple tones, adding another layer of color to the winter garden. Its resilience and year-round interest make it a versatile choice for gardeners looking to add texture and multi-season appeal to their plantings.

DESCRIPTION
Bergenia 'Silberlicht,' also known as 'Silverlight,' displays clusters of delicate white flowers with a hint of pink, blooming in early to mid-spring. As the season progresses, the blooms often deepen to a rich pink, adding color variation to its display. These bell-shaped flowers rise above the foliage on sturdy stems, offering an airy counterpoint to the plant’s bold, rounded leaves.

Originally bred for its ornamental qualities, 'Silberlicht' brings interest to shaded borders, woodland gardens, and mixed beds, where it provides both seasonal flowers and evergreen foliage. In cooler months, the leathery, green leaves often develop red or purple tones, adding another layer of color to the winter garden. Its resilience and year-round interest make it a versatile choice for gardeners looking to add texture and multi-season appeal to their plantings.

  • Family: Saxifragaceae
    Height: 1 to 1.5 feet tall
    Width: 1 to 2 feet wide
    Foliage color: Glossy green, turning bronze in cooler weather
    Flower color: White, often blushing pink as they age
    Bloom time: Early to mid-spring
    Light requirements: Partial shade to full sun
    Water requirements: Moderate
    Maintenance: Low; remove spent flowers and damaged leaves to keep plants tidy
    Growing zone: USDA Zones 4 to 8
    Wildlife attractors: Attracts pollinators like bees

    This plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.

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  • Works Well In:
    ‍ ‍ ● Pollinator Gardens
    ‍ ‍ ● Woodland Gardens
    ‍ ‍ ● Borders
    ‍ ‍ ● Deer-Prone Areas

    Companion Plants:
    ‍ ‍ Astilbes Japanese painted ferns
    Pulmonaria Solomon's seal
    Primroses Foamflowers

    Design Tip:
    Feature this bergenia where garden views are enjoyed across multiple seasons rather than only during spring bloom. Its changing flower and foliage colors reward repeat visits, adding subtle interest that evolves as the garden progresses through the year.