Epimedium myrianthum

Also Known As

Barrenwort

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

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

planting zones

5b-9b

Epimedium myrianthum plant details

Epimedium myrianthum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green, pink, red and variegated foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - 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 myrianthum

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epimedium myrianthum

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The large, glossy leaflets of this rare species are often lightly to boldly mottled with rose or red. The extremely floriferous sprays of pale yellow flowers number 100-200 per stem though the flowers are very small. From Hunan, China. Humus rich soil in some shade. Epimediums are among the easiest perennials to grow. They thrive in medium to heavy shade, and when established, are highly drought tolerant. They are deer resistant and are seldom bothered by voles or other critters.