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Epimedium rubrum

Barrenwort

  • Category: Perennial
  • Hardiness Zone:4-9
  • Height:8-12 Inches
  • Spread:12 Inches
  • Bloom Color: Pink/Red

Columbine-like flower is red with a yellow outer edge. Foliage starts the season edged in crimson, and then in fall turns burgundy to crimson. A wonderful groundcover choice for shady areas. Heart-shaped leaves are delicate in appearance, but very reliable and hardy.

Exposure
• Full Shade
• Partial Sun
Habit
• Spreading
Foliage Color
• Green
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Fall
• Spring
• Summer
Soil Moisture
• Moist, Well-Drained
Bloom Time
• May
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Epimedium rubrum

Grows well under trees, often used as a groundcover, border or edger.

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