Buy Epimedium grandiflorum f. violaceum

Also Known As

Epimedium grandiflorum var. violaceum

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 18"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Epimedium grandiflorum f. violaceum plant details

Epimedium grandiflorum f. violaceum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with chocolate and green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay, rich, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Epimedium grandiflorum f. violaceum

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: deciduous chocolate and green
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, rock garden, spreading, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epimedium grandiflorum f. violaceum

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

E. grandiflorum var. violaceum ~ First flush of 8”-10” tall leaflets are exquisite deep chocolate topped by large lavender flowers in early spring. Plant in partial sun to full shade. 2nd flush: 12” tall. Zones 4-9. Deciduous.