Epimedium versicolor 'Sulphureum'
Barrenwort
USDA Hardiness Zone 4-9
Bright yellow flowers with heart shaped foliage brighten up a shady spot. This species of Epimedium is very drought tolerant once it is established. This works very well as a groundcover in part-shade areas. Heart-shaped leaves have great spring, summer and fall color.
Height
8-12 Inches
Spread
12 Inches
Color
Yellow/Gold/Bronze
Bloom Time
May
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
This plant competes well with tree or shrub roots, so they can be planted in difficult areas.
When to Divide
late summer, early fall
Good Companions
Chinese False Spirea (Astilbe chinensis), Lungwort (Pulmonaria longifolia), Cinnamon Fern (Osmunda cinnamomea), Hellebore (Helleborus Winter Thrillers ), Masterwort (Astrantia major), Primrose (Primula vulgaris Belarina®)Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes & Uses
| • | Ground Cover |
| • | Cut Flowers |
Exposure
| • | Partial Shade |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Spring |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
| • | Fall |
| • | Spring |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Moist but well-drained |
