Barrenwort 'Akebono', Bishop's Hat 'Akebono', Bishop's Mitre 'Akebono', Fairy Wings 'Akebono', Epimedium 'Dawn'
Robust and long-lived, Epimedium ‘Akebono’ (Barrenwort) is a deciduous, clump-forming perennial with a lovely foliage of heart-shaped, pointed leaves flushed red when they emerge in spring. In mid to late spring, open sprays of abundant, two-tone rose flowers dance on the ends of wiry stems above the foliage. The blossoms are a delicate combination of white and palest pink sepals sitting atop long-spurred petals that are deep rose pink with snow-white tips. Though the flowers may only last for a few weeks, the fantastic foliage will captivate interest all season long. Perfect as a ground cover, for erosion control, in shady rock gardens, as edging, and planted under mature trees.
| Hardiness |
5 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Berberidaceae |
| Genus | Epimedium |
| Common names | Barrenwort |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
| Height | 8" - 2' (20cm - 60cm) |
| Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 15" - 18" (40cm - 50cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Full Shade, Drought, Deer, Rabbit, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
| Attracts | Bees |
| Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers, Underplanting Roses And Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
| Hardiness |
5 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Berberidaceae |
| Genus | Epimedium |
| Common names | Barrenwort |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
| Height | 8" - 2' (20cm - 60cm) |
| Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 15" - 18" (40cm - 50cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Full Shade, Drought, Deer, Rabbit, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
| Attracts | Bees |
| Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers, Underplanting Roses And Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
How many Epimedium ‘Akebono’ (Barrenwort) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Epimedium ‘Akebono’ (Barrenwort) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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