Rhizomatous, clump-forming perennial. Great as a small area groundcover or edging plant, in woodland gardens and shady areas of rock gardens. Compound green leaves with pointed, toothed, heart-shaped leaflets. Racemes of short-spurred or spurless flowers in a range of colors including pink, white and yellow. Blooms in spring.
Epimedium rubrum
Barrenwort
Photo courtesy Ball Hort.
- Heart shaped leaves with ruby red flowers
- In spring leaves have a tinge of red
- In summer leaves turn pale green
Border or Bed
Container
Drought Tolerant
Great Foliage
Ground Cover
Mass Planting
Rock Garden
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers loose, average to rich, well drained soil with dry to medium moisture. Grows best in part to full shade. Drought tolerant once established. Spreads by rhizomes. Cut back old foliage in late winter or early spring. Divide in fall or after flowering.
Height: 10-12 in
Spread: 18-20 in
Spacing: 12-24 in
Price Level 1: $24.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Red
Zone: 3-8
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Great Foliage
- Container
- Mass Planting
- Edging
- Drought Tolerant
- Ground Cover
- Border or Bed
- Fall Color
- Rock Garden
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Partial Sun
- Full Shade
Habit:
- Creeping/Ground Cover
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Dark Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Summer
- Spring Bloomer
- Fall
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Dry Soil