Photo of Epimedium x youngianum 'Milk Chocolate' flower, foliage by Sebright Gardens

Photo by Sebright Gardens

Used with permission, all rights reserved

Show all photos

Buy Epimedium x youngianum 'Milk Chocolate'

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 12"-15"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Mature Division--Bare Root | $13

USPS Priority Mail shipping rates

58 at Sebright Gardens

More Options

Epimedium x youngianum 'Milk Chocolate' plant details

Epimedium x youngianum 'Milk Chocolate' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with chocolate and purple foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly 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 x youngianum 'Milk Chocolate'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen chocolate and purple
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, heart-shaped leaves, larger quantity available, long-lived, rock garden, spreading, woodland garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epimedium x youngianum 'Milk Chocolate'

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

We independently publish plant data to search multiple nurseries at once. We may earn a commission on qualifying purchases when you buy through our links.

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Epimedium youngianum ~ First flush of leaves emerge about 6” tall with chocolate-purple leaves with tiny green flecks. Floriforous, white spurred flowers. Plant in partial sun to full shade. Height 12”. Zones 5-9. Semi-Evergreen.

Gardening facts about Epimedium x youngianum 'Milk Chocolate' plant

How to Grow Epimedium x youngianum 'Milk Chocolate'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • rocky

Features

  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Color

    • purple
    • chocolate
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
Mailing List
Sign Up for updates on new plant arrivals and deals

© 2010—2024 Plant Lust, LLC All Rights Reserved