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Epimedium x warleyense 'Orange King'

Also Known As

  • Orange King Barrenwort
  • Orange King Bishop's Hat
  • Orange King Bishop's Mitre
  • Orange King Fairy Wings

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 20"
  • W: 20"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Epimedium x warleyense 'Orange King' plant details

Epimedium x warleyense 'Orange King' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring orange and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay, rich, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Epimedium x warleyense 'Orange King'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 20 IN wide, 20 IN tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, edging plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, rock garden, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epimedium x warleyense 'Orange King'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Has brilliant orange flowers in March-April. this easy woodland perennial makes a splash of color each spring.

Gardening facts about Epimedium x warleyense 'Orange King' plant

How to Grow Epimedium x warleyense 'Orange King'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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Zones

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