Bergenia 'Spring Fling'

Bergenia ‘Spring Fling’ is a vigorous, clumping perennial bred for abundant deep pink flowers and shiny foliage that turns dark red-brown in winter. Its [patent](https://patents.google.com/patent/USPP26337P3/en) describes numerous flower stems held at a similar height, distinguishing it from many low-growing bergenias. The breeder’s [patent record](https://patents.google.com/patent/USPP26337P3/en) identifies it as a Bergenia hybrid in Saxifragaceae. ## Landscape use Use it as a compact flowering accent in a border, mixed bed, or container. [The patent](https://patents.google.com/patent/USPP26337P3/en) describes a plant about 34 cm tall without flowers and 44 cm in flower, spreading to approximately 51 cm; flowering stems carry many flowers, with individual blooms lasting about a week. In Canby, Oregon, the [patent record](https://patents.google.com/patent/USPP26337P3/en) records bloom in April, while timing elsewhere will shift with climate. ## Siting and water The [patent’s](https://patents.google.com/patent/USPP26337P3/en) trial plants grew in full sun in moist temperate conditions. The [RHS](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/bergenia/growing-guide) genus guide supports sun or partial shade and recommends moist but well-drained soil; avoid persistently waterlogged ground. [The patent](https://patents.google.com/patent/USPP26337P3/en) reports USDA zones 3–9. ## Maintenance Water newly planted plants during dry spells. Trim away damaged leaves after winter and divide older clumps if they become bare in the center.