'Woodland Elf' Barrenwort (Epimedium)
Perennial
- Soft-yellow flowers look like something out of a fairy tale!
- Green & burgundy lance-like foliage is semi-evergreen.
- Durable shade perennial that is deer & rabbit resistant.
- Zones 5-8, part sun to shade, 18″ tall x 18-24″ wide at maturity.
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Description
Once established, Epimedium sulphureum is impressively drought-tolerant, deer resistant, and low-maintenance, making it a great option for gardeners who want whimsical flowers without constant upkeep.
Details
Patent #: PPAF CPBRAF
Common name: Barrenwort
Zone: 5-8
Sun exposure: Part sun (4-6 hrs sun/day) to shade (<4 hours sun)
Height x width: 18” x 18-24”
Flower color: Yellow
Foliage color: Green, Red
Season of interest: Spring, summer, fall
Bloom time: Spring
Features: Proven Winners, drought tolerant, best for beginners, low-maintenance, deer resistant, rabbit resistant, rare & unusual, ground cover, container-friendly
Uses: Container, rock garden, woodland garden, edging, cut flower, ground cover
How to Grow
Light: Part sun (4-6 hrs sun/day) to shade (<4 hours sun)
Water: Average
Spacing: Minimum 18” apart
Fertilizing: Apply a garden fertilizer in early spring if desired.
Winterizing: Trim off old foliage in late winter to make room for fresh leaves and promote an increase in flower production.
Maintenance & pruning: Divide in the fall or after flowering if desired.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.