Epimedium grandiflorum - P9

Description
The Large-flowered barrenwort (Epimedium grandiflorum) is a broad, bushy, clump-forming perennial with decorative, heart-shaped, mid-green leaves. It bears white or pink, star-shaped flowers from April to May. In a semi-shady to shady location with well-drained, lime-free soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 15 cm and is approx. 30 cm wide. The Large-flowered barrenwort is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage

Leaves
High leaf ornamental value. The deciduous leaves of the Large-flowered barrenwort are medium green, heart-shaped.

Frost hardiness
The Large-flowered barrenwort has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Broad, bushy, clump-forming.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in semi-shady to shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Planting partner
The Large-flowered barrenwort sets beautiful accents together with: Foam blossom, woodrush.

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
Epimedium grandiflorum forms star-shaped, white, pink-coloured flowers from April.

Interesting facts
Epimedium grandiflorum is slightly poisonous.

Use
Group planting, shade