Epimedium 'Sulphureum' Fairy Wings
Epimedium 'Sulphureum' Fairy Wings, also known as Barrenwort or Bishops Hat, is a petite perennial perfect for adding interest to shady garden spots. It features handsome, heart-shaped foliage that emerges tinged with red before maturing to a solid green, often remaining evergreen in milder climates. In spring, it produces delightful flushes of primrose yellow blooms that attract numerous pollinators. This cultivar is highly valued for its exceptional tolerance to dry soil, thriving even under large trees. It is a slow grower, reaching maturity in about two years, and serves well as a compact groundcover that resists deer and rabbits.
$12.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
2126
/ 2700
#2126 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-70%
Below average
SKU
39527
Who it's for
- Exceptional Groundcover for Dry Shade
- Multi-Season Visual Interest
- Low-Maintenance and Resilient
Who should skip it
- Slow to Establish
- Requires Annual Foliage Pruning
- Higher Initial Investment
Key Specs
SKU
39527
Genus
Epimedium
Species
x versicolor
Item Form
4-inch Pot
Light Requirements
Part Shade, Shade
Bloom Start
Mid Spring
Bloom End
Late Spring
Features
- Handsome heart-shaped foliage emerges red-tinged before turning green.
- Stellar foliage provides visual appeal throughout the season.
- Produces flushes of primrose yellow blooms in the springtime.
- Exceptional tolerance to dry soil, thriving under established trees.
- Resists damage from deer and rabbits.
- Compact habit makes it suitable as a groundcover.
- Considered evergreen in most climates.
What customers say
Customers consistently celebrate the exceptional reliability and hardiness of the Epimedium 'Sulphureum'. This plant proves to be a robust performer, thriving effortlessly in challenging shade conditions, making it a favorite for difficult garden spots. Reviewers frequently note the high quality of the plants received from Wayside Gardens, praising their healthy root systems and quick establishment. While some wish the initial size was larger, the long term value derived from its dependable performance and delicate yellow blooms is highly rated. It delivers on its promise of being a low maintenance, high impact groundcover.
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