Epimedium diphyllum

Also Known As

Barrenwort
Bishop's Hat

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 10"-12"
W: 12"

planting zones

6b-9b

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Epimedium diphyllum plant details

Epimedium diphyllum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay, rich, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Epimedium diphyllum

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epimedium diphyllum

USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: clay, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Leaflets are variously mottled; some with green flecks of white, others white with green flecks. Dainty white flowers above the foliage. Plant in partial sun to nearly full shade. Height: 8” Zones 5-9. Semi-Evergreen.

By: Sebright Gardens

Large Leaf Form. Dainty Japanese species that is nonetheless more robust in this form. This has leaflets up to 4" long by 1-1/2" wide and spurless white flowers on stems up to 12" long. This will add a soft delicate feel to the shade garden which is so important.