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Epimedium grandiflorum 'Saxton's Purple'

Also Known As

  • Saxton Barrenwort

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 8"-14"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Epimedium grandiflorum 'Saxton's Purple' plant details

Epimedium grandiflorum 'Saxton's Purple' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay, rich, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Epimedium grandiflorum 'Saxton's Purple'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: berberidaceae
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 14 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, rock garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epimedium grandiflorum 'Saxton's Purple'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: clay, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large lavender flowers open above the first flush of leaves for a showy display 8-14" tall.

Gardening facts about Epimedium grandiflorum 'Saxton's Purple' plant

How to Grow Epimedium grandiflorum 'Saxton's Purple'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • rocky

Features

  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
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