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 versicolor 'Sulphureum'
Barrenwort
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
- Beautiful yellow blossoms
- Heart-shaped foliage
- Excellent ground cover
- Grows well in shaded areas
Border or Bed
Drought Tolerant
Great Foliage
Ground Cover
Rock Garden
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
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: 9-12 in
Spread: 9-18 in
Bloom Color: Yellow
Zone: 4-8
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Ground Cover
- Fall Color
- Rock Garden
- Great Foliage
- Border or Bed
- Edging
- Drought Tolerant
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Shade
Habit:
- Mounding
- Creeping/Ground Cover
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
- Spring
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Dry Soil
- Average Water
Genus Overview: Epimedium
Common Name: Barrenwort
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.