'Peppermint Patty' Pigsqueak

‘Peppermint Patty’ is a patented Bergenia hybrid with white flowers marked by a pink throat and a narrow pink edge. [Proven Winners](https://www.provenwinners.com/plants/bergenia/peppermint-patty-pigsqueak-bergenia-hybrid) lists 22-inch height, 16–18-inch spread, zones 4–8, and part shade to shade. The breeder, [Walters Gardens](https://www.waltersgardens.com/variety.php?ID=BERPP), identifies the selection as PP35646 CPBRAF and describes its green foliage and early spring flowers. ## Landscape use This low, rounded plant suits borders, edging, containers, and small ground-cover groupings. Its foliage adds a steady green mound between flower displays. ## Foliage and flowers Rounded green leaves form the evergreen clump. Early spring flower stems carry white petals with pink throats and pink markings, including a narrow picotee edge. The plant’s registered selection name is ‘Peppermint Patty’. ## Siting and soil Part shade to shade is suitable, particularly where summers are hot. Walters Gardens also lists full sun, with the note that Bergenias need afternoon shade in southern regions. Use moisture-retentive, well-drained soil and avoid standing water. ## Maintenance Remove spent flower stalks and damaged leaves. Divide established clumps if they become crowded, and keep new divisions evenly moist while they establish.