Epimedium Domino (Barrenwort)
Very floriferous, Epimedium ‘Domino’ (Barrenwort) is an evergreen perennial with long, spiny, green leaves splashed with bronze. In mid to late spring, a profusion of delicate-looking, large flowers float on wiry stems well above the foliage. They are adorned with sepals and long-spurred white petals that deepen to contrasting purple-red centers. Vigorous, this Epimedium is reported to produce up to 100 flowers on a mature plant. In satisfactory conditions, it can have a second flush of flowers.
Very floriferous, Epimedium 'Domino' (Barrenwort) is an evergreen perennial with long, spiny, green leaves splashed with bronze. In mid to late spring, a profusion of delicate-looking, large flowers float on wiry stems well above the foliage. They are adorned with sepals and long-spurred white petals that deepen to contrasting purple-red centers. Vigorous, this Epimedium is reported to produce up to 100 flowers on a mature plant. In satisfactory conditions, it can have a second flush of flowers.
- Grows up to 18-24 in. tall (45-60 cm) and 24-36 in. wide (60-90 cm).
- Performs best in part shade to full shade in average, acidic, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils. Humus-rich, fertile, moist soils in part shade are preferred. Drought tolerant once established. Protect from cold, dry winds.
- Virtually pest and disease free. Rabbit and deer tolerant.
- Easy to grow, this plant is a welcomed addition to beds and borders, cottage gardens, and shade gardens. Excellent as a groundcover.
- Propagate by division in the fall or after flowering.
- Cut back old foliage in late winter or early spring for the best display of new foliage and flowers.
Requirements
Hardiness | 5 – 8 |
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Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Epimedium – Barrenworts |
Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid,Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late)FallWinter |
Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spacing | 36″ (90cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Rabbit, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
Garden Uses | Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |