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Also Known As

  • Epimedium grandiflorum var. violaceum 'Bronze Maiden'
  • Bronze Maiden Fairy Wings

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Epimedium grandiflorum f. violaceum 'Bronze Maiden' plant details

Epimedium grandiflorum f. violaceum 'Bronze Maiden' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with bronze, burgundy and green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - 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 grandiflorum f. violaceum 'Bronze Maiden'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen bronze, burgundy and green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, rock garden, woodland garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epimedium grandiflorum f. violaceum 'Bronze Maiden'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Spring foliage is a shimmery burgundy bronze on 8-12” stems... Lavender rose fairy flowers in spring clusters dance over semi-evergreen clumps that form well mannered mounds over time. Best in rich well drained soil in light shade with regular water. Cut stems back prior to spring flush for best appearance.
Epimedium grandiflorum var. Violaceum ~ First flush of 8” tall leaflets are glossy mahogany-red like molten chocolate topped by medium size lavender flowers in spring. Plant in partial sun to full shade. 2nd flush: 12” tall. Zones 4-9. Deciduous.
A dwarf plant with bronze foliage and large light pink flowers, it is lovely but slow to multiply, taking several years to clump up in the garden. ZONE 4

Gardening facts about Epimedium grandiflorum f. violaceum 'Bronze Maiden' plant

How to Grow Epimedium grandiflorum f. violaceum 'Bronze Maiden'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Soil Needs

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

    • regular - drought tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • bronze
    • green
    • burgundy
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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