Epimedium ‘Pretty in Pink’ (Barrenwort)
Introduce delicate beauty to your shaded garden areas with Epimedium ‘Pretty in Pink’, a charming perennial celebrated for its graceful flowers and attractive foliage. In mid to late spring, this variety showcases open sprays of rose-pink flowers adorned with long white spurs and deeper rose centers, hovering elegantly above the foliage.
The heart-shaped leaves emerge with a bronze-purple hue in spring, mature to bright green during summer, and return to bronze-purple in fall, providing multi-seasonal interest.
Key Features:
• Height: Approximately 45 cm
• Spread: 60–90 cm
• Bloom Time: Mid to late spring
• Exposure: Partial to full shade
• Soil: Moist, well-drained, organically rich
• Hardiness Zones: 5–8
Additional Attributes:
• Drought Tolerance: Once established, it exhibits good drought tolerance.
• Wildlife Resistance: Resistant to deer and rabbits.
• Low Maintenance: Requires minimal upkeep, making it suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners.
• Ground Cover: Slowly spreads by creeping rhizomes to form an attractive ground cover.
Growing Tips:
Plant Epimedium ‘Pretty in Pink’ in partial to full shade, ensuring the soil remains consistently moist and well-drained. Incorporating organic matter into the soil will promote healthy growth. While it can tolerate dry shade once established, adequate moisture is essential during its initial growth period. Applying mulch helps retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Cutting back old foliage in late winter or early spring enhances the display of new growth and flowers.
Ideal for borders, woodland gardens, or as a ground cover in shaded areas, Epimedium ‘Pretty in Pink’ brings enduring beauty and structure to your landscape throughout the growing season.