Overview
Epimedium grandiflorum 'White Queen' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Epimedium, part of the Berberidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Epimedium grandiflorum 'White Queen' 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 'White Queen' is a deciduous perennial that reaches a height of up to 30 cm. It develops a clump of divided foliage, which exhibits a copper hue in its youthful stage. This plant produces airy clusters of long-spurred flowers, each measuring approximately 2.5 cm across, and displaying a bright white color.
About the genus
Epimedium consists of rhizomatous perennial plants characterized by either evergreen or deciduous foliage that can be ternately or pinnately divided. In mid to late spring, these plants produce open clusters of small, bowl-shaped flowers, frequently featuring notable spurs.
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 'White Queen' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Epimedium grandiflorum 'White Queen'
- Cultivation
- Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade; shelter from cold, dry winds
- Pruning
- Cut back old foliage in late winter or early spring for the best display of new foliage and flowers
- 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
How do I grow Epimedium grandiflorum 'White Queen'?
Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade; shelter from cold, dry winds.
Where is the best place to plant Epimedium grandiflorum 'White Queen'?
Epimedium grandiflorum 'White Queen' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Epimedium grandiflorum 'White Queen' need?
Epimedium grandiflorum 'White Queen' 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.
How do I prune Epimedium grandiflorum 'White Queen'?
Cut back old foliage in late winter or early spring for the best display of new foliage and flowers.
How big does Epimedium grandiflorum 'White Queen' grow?
Epimedium grandiflorum 'White Queen' reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Epimedium grandiflorum 'White Queen' hardy in the UK?
Epimedium grandiflorum 'White Queen' has a UK hardiness rating of H5.
How do I propagate Epimedium grandiflorum 'White Queen'?
Propagate by division in autumn or after flowering.