Epimedium brachyrrhizum Red Foliage Plants rich green fronds boast petticoats

rich green fronds boast petticoats on both the end of each pinnae and the end of each frond

and get out the binoculars

The clumps are adorned at the leaf bases with September-produced

we were able to secure a start to bring home

Epimedium brachyrrhizum Red Foliage Plants rich green fronds boast petticoatsThis beautiful new dwarf, clump forming species of epimedium was discovered in 1994 in the Guizhou Province of China. The leathery, dark green leaves emerge with a wonderful mottled rose purple pattern in spring. The clumps are topped with arching sprays of giant 2", spider like rose pink flowers incredibly elegant! From Zone 7 south, we expect the foliage to remain evergreen, but it should be cut back in spring for the best floral show.