Epimedium x omeiense 'Grape Chandelier'

Also Known As

Grape Chandelier Inside-Out Flower

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 2'
W: 2'

planting zones

5a-9b

Epimedium x omeiense 'Grape Chandelier' plant details

Epimedium x omeiense 'Grape Chandelier' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring lavender and pink flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay, rich, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Epimedium x omeiense 'Grape Chandelier'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, rock garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epimedium x omeiense 'Grape Chandelier'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus Introduction, selected from a not-to-be-overlooked epimedium from the Emei Shan in China, this with gorgeous burgundy new growth above green older leaves and, beginning in early spring, sprays of flowers in pale, pinkish lavender held above the foliage. Totally luscious. To 2' x 2' in part shade. Fairly drought tolerant once established but accepting of some some water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 5.