Epimedium sempervirens 'Shadow Dancer'

Scientific Name: Epimedium sempervirens 'Shadow Dancer'

Also Known As

Shadow Dancer Barrenwort

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 12"
W: 15"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Epimedium sempervirens 'Shadow Dancer' plant details

Epimedium sempervirens 'Shadow Dancer' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Epimedium sempervirens 'Shadow Dancer'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 15 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, edging plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, rock garden, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epimedium sempervirens 'Shadow Dancer'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A 2010 Cobblewood introduction, with very showy leaves. In spring they are dark chocolate rimmed, red infused with green veins showing through. The large flowers are of a deep lavender. Clumping and semi-evergreen.