Epimedium x rubrum
Epimedium x rubrum is a superb low-growing ground cover for woodland and shady areas.
Description:
Epimedium x rubrum is a superb low-growing ground cover for woodland and shady areas. Its foliage turns bronze in the cold and the new foliage is highlighted with red in spring. The red flowers are like tiny columbines and are best seen by removing the previous season’s old foliage in late winter. Barrentworts are among the easiest perennials to grow. They thrive in medium to heavy shade, and when established, are highly drought tolerant. They are deer resistant and are seldom bothered by voles or other critters.
Common Name: Barrenwort
Family: Berberidaceae (The Barberry Family)
Zone Hardiness: 4-9
Light: Full Shade, Part Shade, Part Sun
Height: 8-12"
Width: 8-12"
Primary Bloom Colour: Red
Secondary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Class: Evergreen
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Spring
Soil Moisture: Moist, Average, Drought Tolerant, Dry
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat:
Award: GPP, AGM
Geogrpahical Origin: Miscellaneous - Garden Origin
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