Epimedium 'Yokihi'

Also Known As

Yokihi Barrenwort
Yokihi Fairy Wings

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 20"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Epimedium 'Yokihi' plant details

Epimedium 'Yokihi' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with bronze and green foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Epimedium 'Yokihi'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: deciduous bronze and green
Mature size: 20 IN wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, edging plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, rock garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epimedium 'Yokihi'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

E. davidii x E. grandiflorum 'Yubae'~ Good grower topped by large beautiful white spurred flowers with neon pink sepals; Stunning! Plant in partial sun to nearly full shade. Approx. 18” tall, Zones 4-9. Deciduous.

By: Sebright Gardens

The clumps of Epimedium 'Yokihi' are topped with tall spikes of large flowers, each composed of white spurs, yellow centres, and backed by neon red sepals.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Decidedly a successful cross between E. davidii and E. 'Yubae' with wonderfully bicolored flowers in deep pink and yellow. Blooms earlier than most other Epimedium and reblooms well for us. Performs best in well drained soil with some summer moisture.