Epimedium koreanum

Also Known As

Epimedium coreanum
Epimedium grandiflorum var. koreanum
Bishop's Cap
Fairy Wings

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

5a-8b

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Epimedium koreanum plant details

Epimedium koreanum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with dappled shade - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Epimedium koreanum

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, rock garden, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epimedium koreanum

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: dappled shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, clay, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Emerging leaflets are a rich burgundy over a green backdrop with deep purple edges. Huge creamy, light yellow flowers amoungst the unfurling foliage in spring. Plant in partial sun to full shade. Height: 15” to 18”. Zones 4-9. Deciduous.

By: Sebright Gardens

Dick brought us this tagged Epimedium coreanum however it may be confused in cultivation with a plant Darrell Probst offers as Epimedium grandiflorum ssp. koreanum 'Harold Epstein' whatever the name it is a slow growing clumper like grandiflorum with huge yellow flowers. ZONE 5