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Also Known As

  • Epimedium 'Sasaki'
  • Epimedium sasaki

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 18"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Epimedium x sasakii plant details

Epimedium x sasakii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green and pink foliage. In spring pink 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 sasakii

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green and pink
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, rock garden, spreading, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epimedium x sasakii

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

E. sempervirens x E. x setosum ~ First flush of heart shaped leaves emerge 6” tall topped with attractive rich mid pink flowers. Nice fall color. Plant in partial sun to nearly full shade. 2nd flush: 12” tall. Zones 5-9. Deciduous.

Gardening facts about Epimedium x sasakii plant

How to Grow Epimedium x sasakii

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • pink
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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