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moderate Care
bishop's hat
Epimedium ilicifolium
Bishop's Hat (Epimedium ilicifolium) is an amazing plant with numerous horticultural and medicinal benefits. Its long lasting, ornamental red flowers stand out in the garden, accompanied by its glossy, deep green fern-like foliage. Its low-growing stature makes it excellent for edging landscapes or filling in borders, and deer and rabbits tend to stay away from it. Its medicinal benefits include treatments for inflammatory conditions, liver ailments, and high blood pressure. Its root extracts have even been studied for their potential in reversing Alzheimer's disease! With all this in mind, Bishop's Hat is an awesome addition to any garden!
Sunlight
Shade
Water Needs
medium
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
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Starts Flowering
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Pruning Time
Flowering
How to Propagate
Division
Divide root ball in spring, replant sections immediately
Layering Propagation
Bend stem to soil surface, cover lightly, roots form in 4-6 weeks
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
Grafting Propagation
Join scion to rootstock, bind securely until healed
Is This Plant Right for You?
Good For:
- •Homes with pets
- •Low-maintenance gardens
Consider Carefully:
- •Indoor growing
- •Infrequent watering
Bloom Seasons
spring
Care Tips
Light Requirements
Prefers less than 3 hours of direct sunlight. Perfect for north-facing areas or under trees.
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.