{"title":"Berginia","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBergenia (common, Pigsqueak, Elephant’s Ears, Heartleaf Bergenia) is a small genus (about 10 species) of tough, evergreen perennials in the Saxifragaceae family. They’re native to central Asia (Himalayas, Siberia, China, etc.) and are absolute workhorses in cold-climate and shade gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVirtually indestructible: survive neglect, deep shade, poor soil, drought, salt, wind, and brutal winters. Big, leathery, glossy leaves (up to dinner-plate size on some cultivars) that often turn bronze, red, or purple in winter → great winter interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly spring flowers (March–May, sometimes earlier in mild winters) on stout red stems — clusters of pink, rose, white, or magenta bells. Leaves make a distinctive squeaky sound when rubbed together → “pigsqueak.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"3-bergenia-spring-fling","title":"3 Bergenia 'Spring Fling' Pigsqueak Perennial Starters. Super Fun, Virtually Indestructible Cold Hardy Plant.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCommon Name: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePigsqueak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBergenia 'Spring Fling' is a cold-hardy evergreen perennial prized for its early spring magenta-pink flowering and ornamental foliage. The glossy leaves exhibit seasonal color shifts, transitioning through autumn and winter tones to provide extended visual interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cultivar demands minimal maintenance and demonstrates exceptional resilience across varied growing conditions, making it a reliable choice for perennial borders and landscape applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA breakthrough in its genus. Extremely heavy spring bloom of bright pink flower spikes and chocolatey purple fall foliage make this perennial look exotic but it couldn’t be easier to grow. With 100% return rate in its Minnesota Hardiness trial it’s sure to be easy next year as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHeight: 12-24\"\u003cbr\u003eZones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9\u003cbr\u003eSun: Full Sun, Part Shade\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hosta King","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42648193237058,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/2386\/8994\/files\/bergenia-spring-fling.jpg?v=1763762050"}],"url":"https:\/\/hostaking.com\/collections\/berginia.oembed","provider":"Hosta King","version":"1.0","type":"link"}