Bishop's Cap

Epimedium grandiflorum 'Brilliant Rubystarr' Berberidaceae

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Perennation

Perennial

Location

Groundcover Collection

Source of plant

Klehm's Song Sparrow Perennial Farm

Description

Selection from Illinois Nurseryman Phill King, noted for its excessive vigor and handsome flowers. Young compound leaves have an overall burgundy cast, which turns a pleasant fresh green during summer and an attractive orange-red in fall. A new flush of foliage frequently occurs in midsummer. Numerous star-shaped cherry-red flowers float above the foliage in spring, becoming an even richer red as they mature. Becomes more tolerant of dry conditions with establishment.

USDA Hardiness Zone

5

Special characteristics

foliage characteristics