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barrenwort
Epimedium x youngianum
Barrenwort (Epimedium x youngianum) is a showy, perennial plant with evergreen foliage. Its leathery, heart-shaped leaves are strongly veined in shades of light green to deep bronze, and flowers appear in spring and summer with fragrant, white to yellow blooms. Brightly colored seedpods follow. This shade-tolerant, deer-resistant plant may be used as a ground cover or along pathways. It thrives in average-to-rich, well-drained and slightly acidic soils and requires little to no fertilizer. Barrenwort does best in cooler climates and can be easily divided every few years for replanting.
Sunlight
Partial Shade
Water Needs
medium
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 5
Hardiness Map
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Zone 5
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Water Every
"7-10" days
Sun Needs
partial-shade
Growth
Moderate
Care Level
Low
Watering Schedule
Frequency
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💧 Water every "7-10" days
Seasonal Adjustments
Adjust watering frequency based on temperature, humidity, and season. Water more frequently in summer and less in winter.
Pro Tip: Check soil moisture before watering. Stick your finger 1-2 inches into the soil—if it's dry, it's time to water!
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Pruning Time
Flowering
How to Propagate
Division
Divide root ball in spring, replant sections immediately
Is This Plant Right for You?
Good For:
- •Homes with pets
Consider Carefully:
- •Indoor growing
- •Infrequent watering
Bloom Seasons
spring
Care Tips
Light Requirements
Enjoys dappled or limited direct sun—about 2–4 hours of morning or late afternoon light and protection during peak midday sun.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Best Planting Time
Plant in early spring or fall for best results. Blooms in spring.