Species barrenwort
pink-white flowers with yellow stamens, burgundy buds, lime-pink leaves and green-brown stems

barrenwort

Epimedium x cantabrigiense

Barrenwort (Epimedium x cantabrigiense) is a stunning evergreen perennial plant with small, delicate flowers that bloom in spring and summer. Its semi-shrubby, clump-forming habit makes it suitable for a variety of garden designs. Its heart-shaped leaves are green, yellow, or bronze in color and its dainty flowers are typically pink, yellow, or white. This shade-loving plant thrives best when planted in part-shade and organic-rich, well-drained soil. It is a great choice for adding texture, color, and intrigue to a woodland garden or rockery.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Minimal

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

5

Flowers:

Yellow, Pink, Red, (pinkish - beige and yellow) Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Filtered shade, Part sun/part shade

Fruits:

Fruits Ready In

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

watering

Barrenwort is a species of evergreen, clump-forming perennials that thrive in shaded to partly sunny, moist environments and need regular watering. Generally, they should be watered when the top inch of the soil is dry. In summer months, water barrenwort plant about 1-2 inches per week, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. In winter, when the plants go dormant, water sparingly, just to keep the root zone from drying out completely. This may mean only a cup or 2 of water per week during the coldest months of winter. It's best to water barrenwort plants in the morning and not in the middle of the day to minimize evaporation.

sunlight

Barrenwort (Epimedium x cantabrigiense) is an evergreen plant species with colorful foliage that can brighten any garden. It grows best in shady areas and can do well in partial to full shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil, but is quite hardy and drought-tolerant once established. As for sunlight, this plant species does best in partial to full shade, with a minimum of 4 hours per day of dappled sunlight, but will also tolerate full sun. When grown in more shaded spots, the leaves will remain more vibrant, though vigorous plants may benefit from 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. In full sun, barrenwort will require more frequent waterings, and its leaves may become tinged with bronze. Overall, barrenwort is a hardy, low-maintenance plant that can easily bring a touch of color to garden shady areas. It is adaptable to different light levels, though benefits from a minimum of 4 hours of dappled sunlight per day.

pruning

Barrenwort (Epimedium x cantabrigiense) requires only minimal pruning for maintenance. Pruning is best done in late winter or early spring when the plant is still dormant. During the pruning process, dead or damaged branches should be removed and the remaining growth can be lightly thinned or tidied up for aesthetics. If overgrown, heavy pruning can be done all the way down to ground level. However, take care not to over prune and damage the plants. Regular light pruning each year will keep the plant looking its best and promote healthy new growth.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
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Starts Flowering

Epimedium x cantabrigiense typically starts flowering in April.

Harvest Fruit

Epimedium x cantabrigiense is typically harvested in late spring or early summer, usually between May and June.

Harvest Fruit

Epimedium x cantabrigiense is typically harvested in late spring or early summer, usually between May and June.

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