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Epimedium x youngianum 'Marchacos Sprite'

Also Known As

  • Marchacos Sprite Barrenwort

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 8"-10"
  • W: 10"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Epimedium x youngianum 'Marchacos Sprite' plant details

Epimedium x youngianum 'Marchacos Sprite' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - 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 x youngianum 'Marchacos Sprite'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 IN wide, 8 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, edging plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, rock garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epimedium x youngianum 'Marchacos Sprite'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A youngianum hybrid with unusually large flowers and white, uncommonly long spurs accentuated by dark pink wings. In addition, the flowers are held well above the foliage, which in turn is tinted purple in spring. The sum of all that: It's special! Clumping and deciduous.

Gardening facts about Epimedium x youngianum 'Marchacos Sprite' plant

How to Grow Epimedium x youngianum 'Marchacos Sprite'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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