Epimedium grandiflorum 'Irene'

Also Known As

Irene Bishop's Hat
Irene Large-flowered Barrenwort

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 12"
W: 24"

planting zones

4a-8b

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Epimedium grandiflorum 'Irene' plant details

Epimedium grandiflorum 'Irene' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly 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 grandiflorum 'Irene'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: compact, container plant, easy-to-grow, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, rock garden, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epimedium grandiflorum 'Irene'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: clay, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From our friend and plantsman guru John Flintoff comes this selection of Epimedium grandiflorum. Attractive bronze patterned new growth mingles with the copiously produced white flowers for a fine display. John named this for his mom which gives some clue as to its worth. He got along great with his mom, by the way.