Bergenia EARLY BRILLIANCE™ 'Magenta'

EARLY BRILLIANCE™ ‘Magenta’ is a compact Bergenia hybrid with brilliant magenta flowers and foliage that is deep burgundy-black in winter, then turns green as growth resumes. [Sooner Plant Farm’s exact selection listing](https://www.soonerplantfarm.com/plant/bergenia-early-brilliance-magenta) identifies it as *Bergenia ×* ‘Magenta’ and gives a mature height of 6–10 inches, spread of 10–12 inches, and hardiness zones 4–9. ## Landscape use The compact plant suits the front of a border, edging, containers, or grouped as a small ground-cover planting. Its dark winter leaves create a strong backdrop for the bright flowers. ## Foliage and flowers Brilliant magenta clusters begin to open while the winter foliage is still dark and continue as new leaves turn green. The display provides early-season color and contrast. ## Siting and soil The source describes full sun as suitable in northern states and morning sun only in southern states. The [RHS Bergenia guide](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/bergenia) recommends soil that stays evenly moist but drains well; avoid standing water around the crown. ## Maintenance Remove damaged leaves and faded flower stems as needed. Divide an established clump if it becomes congested, and water new divisions while they establish.