Epimedium x warleyense 'Ellen Willmott'

Also Known As

Epimedium warleyense 'Ellen Willmott'
Ellen Willmott Fairy Wings, Barrenwort

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Epimedium x warleyense 'Ellen Willmott' plant details

Epimedium x warleyense 'Ellen Willmott' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring bronze and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright 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 x warleyense 'Ellen Willmott'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: bronze and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, long-lived, rock garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epimedium x warleyense 'Ellen Willmott'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Epimedium ‘Ellen Willmott’ is a fast-growing, clumping perennial with evergreen foliage flushed purple and topped with airy spikes of burnt orange flowers with yellow centers. This variety bloom heavily during Springtime.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

This spreading barrenwort has coppery red flowers with yellow centres and spiny, semi-evergreen leaves. Cultivars from this cross are said to be some of the best epimediums for the garden. Epimediums are among the easiest perennials to grow. They thrive in medium to heavy shade, and when established, are highly drought tolerant. They can be used as effective groundcovers or shade garden accents. They are deer resistant and are seldom bothered by voles or other critters.