Common Name: Barrenwort
Genus: Epimedium
Species: x perralchicum
Skill Level: Beginner
Exposure: Partial shade, Shade
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Moist
Height: 40cm
Spread: 60cm
Time to divide plants: August to September
Epimediums have been popular in Japan for many years but are now beginning to increase in popularity with UK gardeners. They are generally hardy and enjoy a spot in dappled shade with moist, well-drained soil and regular mulching with garden compost or leaf mould. For the best foliage, cut back old leaves in spring before new foliage appears. E. x perralchicum is a robust variety that makes a large clump of glossy, deep green leaves, which are bronze when young. Pendent, bright yellow flowers appear in mid- to late spring.
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