An improved strain with brighter flowers. This Epimedium has delicate sprays of deep red starry flowers, in early Spring. These are borne before the emergence of stunning attractively marked rusty bronze attractive new leaves. An excellent group of plants for tolerating dry shade, especially under trees, where very little will grow. Height 30cm (1') Spread 60cm (2') Prune all the old foliage to ground level in February before the flowers to enhance the effect
Common NameBarrenwort Bishops Hat
Approx Height (10 yrs.)30-60 cm (12-24")
Soil TypeSandy Loam
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
AspectSemi Shade, Shade
HardinessHardy
Flowering TimeWinter to Spring
Flower ColourRed
Plant TypeHerbaceous