Pet Safe
moderate Care
bishop's hat
Epimedium rubrum
Bishop's Hat (Epimedium rubrum) is an incredibly ornamental and amazing plant species. It has a unique arrow-shaped foliage that shifts from bright green to red in the spring and adds a flourish of color to any garden. This hardy and easy to care for perennial will bring delight with its striking flowers with petals in shades of wine-red, violet, and yellow. Moreover, its flowers also give off a sweet fragrances that brings in the hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. It also doesn’t require much maintenance since it is pretty lowgrowing. Bishop’s Hat is a must-have in any garden.
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
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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
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
Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Overwatering can cause root rot.
Best Planting Time
Plant in early spring or fall for best results. Blooms in spring.