Bergenia 'Snowtime'

Bergenia 'Snowtime': A Pure White Welcome to Spring

Crisp and clean, Bergenia 'Snowtime' opens the season with clusters of pure white flowers that rise above glossy green foliage just as the garden awakens. Its evergreen leaves form a tidy clump that shifts to deep bronze tones in fall and winter, adding texture and seasonal interest long after the blooms fade. Compact, hardy, and remarkably easy to grow, this cultivar brings a fresh brightness to shady borders, woodland edges, and early-season pollinator plantings.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 30–35 cm (with flowers)
• Spread: 40–50 cm, forming a dense, evergreen clump
• Flower Colour: Pure white
• Flowering Period: Early spring
• Foliage: Broad, leathery green leaves turning bronze in cold weather
• Sunlight Requirements: Part shade to full shade; tolerant of full sun with moisture
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained soil; adaptable to clay and dry shade once established

Uses and Benefits: Bergenia 'Snowtime' is ideal for brightening shaded areas and providing structure through all four seasons. Its white blooms offer contrast and calm in early spring plantings, while the bold foliage anchors mixed borders throughout the year. Deer-resistant, drought-tolerant, and extremely hardy, it’s a dependable solution for tough sites and low-maintenance designs.

Companion Plants: Pair with the finely textured fronds of Dryopteris spinulosa, the dusky foliage and pale blooms of Heuchera 'Timeless Treasure', and the crisp variegation of Carex 'Ice Dance' for a refined and durable planting that sparkles in spring and endures through every season.

Care Instructions: Plant in part to full shade with moist, humus-rich soil. Water regularly during the first season to establish, then only during prolonged dry periods. Remove old foliage in early spring before new growth appears, and deadhead spent blooms. Divide every few years to maintain density and vigour.

History: Selected for its pristine white flowers and strong evergreen habit, 'Snowtime' adds a refined twist to the classic Bergenia cordifolia lineage. Bred for northern gardens and reliable spring performance, it combines simplicity and strength in a compact, elegant form.

Final Thoughts: With its snow-white blooms and bold, enduring leaves, Bergenia 'Snowtime' brings clarity and calm to the spring garden—an evergreen beauty that starts the season on a high note.