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EPIMEDIUM versicolor 'Sulphureum'
Commonly known as Barrenwort, Bishop's hat

Hardy perennial tolerant of semi-shade with pale yellow spurred flowers
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Clip back old leaves in late winter or early spring before flower spikes form -
Pests & Diseases
Vine weevil, mosaic virus. -
Place of origin
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EvergreenLeaves are usually divided into 5-11 spine-toothed leaflets and are copper-red and brown when young, turning green.
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Yellow
Pale yellow -
Fully hardy
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Height
30cm (12in) -
Spread
30cm (12in) -
Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialClump-forming rhizomatous perennial. Small flowers 0.6-2cm (¼-¾in) across with red-tinted spurs
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Ground coverThese plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
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Very hardy
Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size30cm (12in)
30cm (12in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous border
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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soilEuropean variety. Will tolerate dry shade.
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Sun Requirements
Partial shade
Shelter from cold drying winds.
Epimedium - Growing Guide
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Planting Combinations





