Epimedium perralchicum 'Frohnleiten' - Barrenwort cultivar

Sizes available: 2 quart

Basics: zones 4-8, 6-12" x 12", part sun to part shade, dainty bright yellow flowers along a wiry stem over mottled leaves in mid to late spring, can take some drought and quite a bit of shade, but with consistent moisture enjoys sunnier spots.

Common names: Barrenwort

Family: Berberidaceae

Origin/Distribution: most Epimedium species are from China

Habitat: deciduous woodland

More: Many varieties of Barrenwort have been in cultivation for over 150 years. A tried and true perennial for a shady border. Will gradually increase into a nice-size clump via rhizome. The foliage looks great all summer and is good in small bouquets as do the sprays of little blooms. Clumps can be divided in late summer. I have seen early season bees feeding on the flowers. Epimediums are deer and rabbit resistant.

Source: Van Berkum Nursery

Image credit: Honey Petal Plants