Epimedium Kaguyahime - Barrenwort

Epimediums are small undershrubs with evergreen or deciduous perennial foliage, named for the lightness of their flowers. These beautiful shade plants can be grown in borders or in a large shaded rockery, preferably along a pathway to fully enjoy their beauty. They can withstand temperatures as low as -12°C (10.4°F) or -13°C (8.6°F) without any protection. Western species are highly cold-resistant and can thrive in difficult conditions, such as dense shade under trees, very dry soil, or even moist clay soil. Asian species prefer a soil which is consistently moist to wet in summer, well-drained, rich in humus and without limestone, they also tolerate dense shade. They all grow relatively slowly but can live for many years without any special care.

(E. dolichostemon x E. acuminatum) Hybrid obtained in Japan, similar to 'Amanagowa', with evergreen foliage in the shape of sharp arrows, marbled apple green with olive green becoming shiny dark green. The flowers have shiny dark red petals and short frizzled spurs, purple with yellow tips, pleasantly contrasting with pale lavender sepals.