Epimedium × rubrum

Hybrid Red Barrenwort

Epimedium × rubrum, or Hybrid Red Barrenwort, forms clumps of red-tinted foliage that also colours in autumn. In April and May, sprays of crimson flowers with yellow spurs rise above the leaves. Small and spreading, it carries RHS Award of Garden Merit and is well suited to ground cover or shaded Irish planting.

Flowering Months

Jan J

Feb F

Mar M

Apr A

May M

Jun J

Jul J

Aug A

Sep S

Oct O

Nov N

Dec D

Size

Max Height

0.1 m — 0.5 m

Max Spread

0.1 m — 0.5 m

Growth Habit

Widely extends outward with many lateral branches from center.

Planting Position

Sunlight i Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.

Part Shade

Aspect i Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.

North East West

Exposure i Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.

Sheltered

Hardiness i Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.

(< −20 °C) Extremely hardy

Ideal Soil Conditions

Soil Type i Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.

Chalk Loam Sand

Soil Moisture i Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.

Moist but permeable / Free draining

Soil pH i Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.

Acid Neutral

Plant Uses & Merits

Uses

Rockeries
Banks / Slopes
Flower Borders
Groundcover
Underplanting

Merits

RHS | Award Of Garden Merit

Epimedium × rubrum

Hybrid Red Barrenwort

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