bishop's hat

Bishop's hat (Epimedium #530) should be watered once a week, allowing the soil to become slightly dry between waterings. During the active growing season, it is important to water more regularly and thoroughly, as the plant needs a consistent supply of moisture. In hotter climates, the plant may need to be watered more often. When watering be sure to use lukewarm water that has been allowed to sit until all chlorine is gone. In winter the frequency of watering should be reduced and the soil should be allowed to dry out more between waterings. It is also important to avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot.

Bishop's Hat (Epimedium #530) is an evergreen, semi-shade loving perennial. This plant prefers bright, indirect light and partial shade with some direct sun. It thrives in areas where it receives morning sunlight and afternoons with shade or filtered light. During the summer months, it is best to provide full sun in the morning, followed by shaded protection during the afternoon. In colder regions, a shadier location is beneficial. Bishop's Hat thrives well with at least 4 hours of direct sunlight, preferably in the morning, and then it should be given some protection from the hot afternoon sun.

For the bishop's hat plant (Epimedium) it is best to prune away any dead, damaged, or diseased stems in late winter, before new growth emerges. This is when the plant is dormant and any pruning can be done without negatively impacting the plant. Prune away any old, woody growth which can help to keep the plant from becoming leggy and promotes tight, bushy growth. Additionally, cutting back spent blooms or flower stems after flowering can help to promote more blooms the following year.