A lovely Epimedium with delicate sprays of red and yellow bicoloured starry flowers borne in early spring before the emergence of rusty bronze attractive new leaves. A naturally occurring hybrid between E. pubigerum and E. alpinum from St. John's Cambridge. Prefers a semi shaded site where it will give good ground cover. Good under trees Height 50cm (1.6') Spread 60cm (2')
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