Epimedium wushanense (Wushan Fairy Wings)


Botanical Information

FamilyBerberidaceae
GenusEpimedium
Specieswushanense
CategoryPerennials
OriginChina.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone6a - 8b
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone6 - 8
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7 - H4
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-20
Temperature (°F)-15
Height0.6 m
Spread0.3 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodApril, May

Description and Growing Information

PropagationDivision of rhizomes.
CultivationPlant in full sun to partial shade in dry, extremely well-draining, slightly acidic soil. Prefers humus-rich loams.
Bark/Stem DescriptionSmooth, erect to nodding stems.
Leaf DescriptionSpiny lanceolate leaves 25 cm long and 5 cm wide that grow along stems.
Flower DescriptionTerminal racemes of small, nodding blooms up to 6 cm wide on small flower stems.
Colour DescriptionDeep brownish-green to medium green stems, medium green to brownish-green leaves and buttery yellow to cream coloured flowers.
Texture DescriptionSmooth.

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