Epimedium leptorrhizum (Bishop's Hat)


Botanical Information

FamilyBerberidaceae
GenusEpimedium
Speciesleptorrhizum
CategoryPerennials
OriginChina.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone4 - 8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone5 - 8
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7 - H4
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-20
Temperature (°F)-5
Height20 - 50 cm
Spread20 - 50 cm
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodApril, May

Description and Growing Information

ShapeErect.
LandscapeBorders, informal gardens, small flower gardens, potted outdoor plant or as a specimen.
PropagationDivision of rhizomes.
CultivationPlant in full sun to partial shade in dry to moist, acidic but well-draining soil. Prefers loose humus-rich loams.
PestsMosaic virus transmitted by aphids.
HabitatDry to moderate forest borders.
Bark/Stem DescriptionSmooth flower stems.
Leaf DescriptionLanceolate leaves approximately 6 - 8 cm long that grow at the flower stem base.
Flower DescriptionLarge nodding blooms approximately 5 - 6 cm across.
Colour DescriptionMedium green leaves and stems. Lilac purple to cream blooms.
Texture DescriptionSoft.

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