Overview
Epimedium x rubrum 'Galadriel' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Epimedium, part of the Berberidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Epimedium x rubrum 'Galadriel' 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 x rubrum 'Galadriel' (barrenwort 'Galadriel') is a bushy, deciduous herbaceous perennial belonging to the Berberidaceae family. As a cultivar of Epimedium, it features rhizomatous growth with foliage that dies back in winter. In mid to late spring, it produces open clusters of small, bowl-shaped flowers often with notable spurs. This plant 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. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and suits cottage, informal, city, courtyard gardens, patios, or containers.
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 x rubrum 'Galadriel' 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 x rubrum 'Galadriel'
- 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 x rubrum 'Galadriel'?
Epimedium x rubrum 'Galadriel' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Epimedium x rubrum 'Galadriel' need?
Epimedium x rubrum 'Galadriel' 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 x rubrum 'Galadriel' hardy in the UK?
Epimedium x rubrum 'Galadriel' 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 x rubrum 'Galadriel'?
Propagate by division in autumn or after flowering.
More in the Epimedium genus
- Epimedium grandiflorum 'White Queen'barrenwort 'White Queen'
- Epimedium grandiflorum var. thunbergianum variegated
- Epimedium long-flowering Chinese specieslong-flowering Chinese species of barrenwort
- Epimedium x perr. 'Frohnleiten'Barrenwort