Pet Safe
moderate Care
bishop's hat
Epimedium latisepalum
Bishop's Hat (Epimedium latisepalum) is an amazing small perennial with delicate foliage. It adds a delightful foliage display to spring and summer gardens. The beautiful fan-shaped leaves emerge a bronze color, mature into a deep green, and then take on a purple hue in autumn. Delicate but wide white flowers with yellow centers appear in mid-spring, and are followed by clumps of bright red berries in autumn. This shade-loving variety does not require any special care and can easily be grown in bark mulch, humus, or soil. Bishop's Hat is a wonderful addition to any garden, adding elegance and texture to even the simplest of settings.
Sunlight
Shade
Water Needs
low
USDA Hardiness Zones
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Hardiness Map
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Water Every
7-10 days
Sun Needs
shade
Growth
Low
Care Level
Low
Season
Fall
Sep Oct Nov
Winter
Dec Jan Feb
Spring
Mar Apr May
Summer
Jun Jul Aug
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Pruning Time
How to Propagate
Division
Divide root ball in spring, replant sections immediately
Cutting
Take 4-6" cuttings in spring, root in water or moist soil
Seed Propagation
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date
Layering Propagation
Bend stem to soil surface, cover lightly, roots form in 4-6 weeks
Plant Characteristics
Drought Tolerant
Is This Plant Right for You?
Good For:
- •Forgetful waterers
- •Homes with pets
- •Low-maintenance gardens
Consider Carefully:
- •Indoor growing
Bloom Seasons
Care Tips
Light Requirements
Prefers less than 3 hours of direct sunlight. Perfect for north-facing areas or under trees.
Watering
Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Overwatering can cause root rot.