Epimedium x youngianum 'Merlin'

Also Known As

Merlin Barrenwort

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 10"-12"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Epimedium x youngianum 'Merlin' plant details

Epimedium x youngianum 'Merlin' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green and purple foliage. In spring purple and white 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 x youngianum 'Merlin'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and purple
Mature size: 10 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: purple and white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, rock garden, spreading, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epimedium x youngianum 'Merlin'

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

‘Merlin’ has large dusky violet flowers shading to white in the centre giving an unusual two-tone effect. The deciduous foliage emerges purplish red in spring and has good fall colour. Epimediums are among the easiest perennials to grow. They thrive in medium to heavy shade, and when established, are highly drought tolerant. They can be used as effective groundcovers or shade garden accents. They are deer resistant and are seldom bothered by voles or other critters.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

1st flush of leaves emerge an unusual two tone purplish-red topped w/ very floriforous, dusky violet & white spurless flowers. Height: 8"-12". Zones 5-9. Deciduous.