Buy Epimedium 'Akebono'

Also Known As

Epimedium x youngianum Akebono'
Akebono Barrenwort

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 9"-15"
W: 15"

planting zones

4a-9b

1 gallon bagged root ball | $19

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Fewer than 29 at Gossler Farms

Mature Division--Bare Root | $10

Ships as soon as new growth is hardened off

Fewer than 29 at Sebright Gardens

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Epimedium 'Akebono' plant details

Epimedium 'Akebono' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green and red foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Epimedium 'Akebono'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green and red
Mature size: 15 IN wide, 9 IN - 15 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, rock garden, spreading, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epimedium 'Akebono'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, clay, rich, rocky and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Has very light lavender flowers in March-April. This grandiflorum will get 8”-10” tall.

By: Gossler Farms

First flush of heart shaped leaves emerge sunset red topped w/ light rose pink flowers on 7" stems. The second flush of leaves are milky green, 9" to 15" tall. Zones 4-9. Deciduous.