Overview
Epimedium grandiflorum var. thunbergianum variegated is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Epimedium, part of the Berberidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Epimedium grandiflorum var. thunbergianum variegated grows best in partial shade, and tolerates most soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, city and courtyard gardens and patio and container plants.
About
Epimedium grandiflorum var. thunbergianum variegated is a deciduous, bushy herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Epimedium in the Berberidaceae family. This cultivar features the characteristic open clusters of small, bowl-shaped flowers with notable spurs in mid to late spring. It thrives in partial shade with sheltered exposure, preferring fertile, moist but well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand with acid to neutral pH. Suitable for cottage and informal gardens, city courtyards, and containers, it is hardy to UK zone H5 and is best propagated by division in autumn or after flowering.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Epimedium
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Epimedium grandiflorum var. thunbergianum variegated size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Epimedium grandiflorum var. thunbergianum variegated
- Propagation
- Propagate by division in autumn or after flowering
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to vine weevil
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to a virus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Epimedium grandiflorum var. thunbergianum variegated?
Epimedium grandiflorum var. thunbergianum variegated prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Epimedium grandiflorum var. thunbergianum variegated need?
Epimedium grandiflorum var. thunbergianum variegated is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Epimedium grandiflorum var. thunbergianum variegated hardy in the UK?
Epimedium grandiflorum var. thunbergianum variegated has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Epimedium grandiflorum var. thunbergianum variegated?
Propagate by division in autumn or after flowering.
More in the Epimedium genus
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- Epimedium x rubrum 'Galadriel'barrenwort 'Galadriel'
- Epimedium long-flowering Chinese specieslong-flowering Chinese species of barrenwort
- Epimedium x perr. 'Frohnleiten'Barrenwort