bishop's hat

Bishop's hat (Epimedium alpinum) should be watered thoroughly when the soil is dry. During the growing season, this should be about once every 2 weeks. During the winter, watering should be reduced to about once per month. When watering, try to ensure that the plant gets a deep soaking rather than a light sprinkling. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings and avoid getting the foliage wet.

Epimedium alpinum, also known as Bishop's Hat, does best in partial shade or semi-shaded areas. It is best to place this plant in a location that receives no more than 4 hours of direct sunlight each day, ideally 2-3 hours of sunlight during the morning and early afternoon hours. Be sure to monitor how much sunlight your plant is receiving to ensure it isn't getting too much or too little. Too much sunlight can cause the leaves to turn yellow, rachis to turn brown, and flowers to lose their color. Too little sunlight can result in a plant that is leggy and may not produce flowers.

Bishop's hat (Epimedium alpinum) should be pruned in late spring or early summer, after the flowers have faded. To prune, look for stems that are cut too low or have too many unbranched shoots. Prune back these shoots to the desired shape and height, but always leave at least some of the top growth. Prune out any crossed branches or dead or dying wood, as well as any overcrowding. Avoid pruning more than 1-third of the plant in any 1 season. Pruning helps keep your Bishop's hat looking its best and promotes healthy, flowering growth.