• Epimedium × rubrum
  • Epimedium × rubrum
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Epimedium × rubrum

Red barrenwort

A graceful woodland perennial that brightens shady corners with dainty red spring flowers.

Supplied as an established plant in a 3 litre pot

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Epimedium × rubrum
Epimedium × rubrum

Aspect

Partial shade to full shade

Hardiness

Fully hardy in the UK, tolerating cold winters well

Flowers

April - May

Soil

Loam, chalk, clay

About this plant

  • Description

    A charming, shade-loving perennial valued for its delicate red and yellow spring flowers and attractive heart-shaped foliage. Epimedium × rubrum forms a graceful ground cover that brings colour and texture to woodland gardens and shaded borders.

  • Why we like it

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    Epimedium × rubrum is a reliable and elegant solution for tricky shaded areas, especially where soil is dry and other plants may struggle. Its airy spring flowers add a delicate charm, while the foliage provides long-lasting structure and seasonal interest. It is particularly useful beneath trees or in woodland-style planting schemes.

Specs & details

The particulars

Botanical name
Epimedium × rubrum
Common name
Red barrenwort
Supplied as
3 litre pot
Flowering period
April - May
Habit
Clump-forming, spreading perennial
Hardiness
Fully hardy in the UK, tolerating cold winters well
Aspect
Partial shade to full shade
Soil type
Loam, chalk, clay
Moisture
Moist but well-drained, tolerates dry conditions once established
Position
Shaded border, underplanting trees, woodland garden

Planting & care

Help it thrive

Planting guide

Plant in autumn or spring in well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. It thrives in partial to full shade and benefits from a mulch to retain moisture during establishment. Space plants to allow them to spread naturally into a dense carpet.

Care tips

Remove old leaves before flowering to highlight blooms. Water during prolonged dry spells in the first year. Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigour.

Winter care

Cut back old or damaged foliage in late winter or early spring to allow fresh new growth and flowers to shine. Mulch lightly in colder areas to protect roots.