Perennial

Epimedium x versicolor 'Sulphureum'

Barrenwort

Plant Type: Perennial

Exposure: Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade Shade Tolerant

MORNING sun/AFTERNOON shade to FULL shade

Spurred yellow flower clusters appear above foliage in April. Attractive evergreen foliage emerges with reddish tint, mature to green and turns red in autumn. Perfect for dry shade under trees.

Height

8-12"

Spread

spreads

Growth Habit

FILLER (mounded)

Landscape Application:

Excellent ground cover or edging for woodland gardens and dry areas under trees.

Epimedium x versicolor 'Sulphureum' Plant Care:

Prefers even moisture but will tolerate drought once established.

USDA Hardiness Zone: Zone 5 (-20/-10F)

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Barrenwort Characteristics & Attributes

Season of Interest

EARLY (March-April), MIDSEASON (May-June), LATE (July-frost)

Early Season (March - April)

Mid Season (May - June)

Late Season (July - frost)

Soil Moisture Needs

Low to moderate soil moisture.

Average

Moderate

Special Benefits

Ground Cover

Critter Resistance

Deer Resistant

Rabbit Resistant