Terra Nova Nurseries announced a sneak peek of its brand-new Bergenia Early Brilliance Magenta. This new variety, which kicks off the new Early Brilliance series, features medium-sized, brilliant magenta flowers and deep, burgundy-black foliage in the winter. Flowering continues as the foliage turns green again, adding to the interest of the plant.
Bergenia Early Brilliance Magenta is a low-maintenance plant with a wonderfully compact habit. It can be used in mass plantings, containers, on banks, in front of borders or in mixed beds.
USDA Hardiness Zones for Bergenia Early Brilliance Magenta are 4-9, and its exposure allows for full sun and part shade. This plant has a foliage height of 6”, a foliage spread of 12” and a flower height of 10”. Finish time from liner to a 4-inch pot is four to six weeks. Finish time from liner to a 1-gallon pot is 12 to 14 weeks.
Terra Nova Nurseries has created a “Plant Profile” page and “Grower Recipe” specific to this new variety so growers interested in orders can learn about growing habits, plant characteristics, fertilization recommendations, water requirements and other insights provided by the breeding team. These documents can be viewed and downloaded for printing at https://www.terranovanurseries.com/product/bergenia-early-brilliance-magenta
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