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Epimedium 'Splish Splash'

Also Known As

  • Splish Splash Fairy Wings

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 24"-36"

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Epimedium 'Splish Splash' plant details

Epimedium 'Splish Splash' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green, red and variegated foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge. Grows well with dappled shade - 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 'Splish Splash'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, red and variegated
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, long-lived, rock garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epimedium 'Splish Splash'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: dappled shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: clay, rich, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Epimedium 'Splish Splash' plant

How to Grow Epimedium 'Splish Splash'

  • Sun Exposure

    • dappled shade - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • red
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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