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Description
Epimedium Grandiflorum Var. Koreanum is a perennial plant native to Korea and China. It is also known as Bishop’s hat or Fairy Wings due to its unique shape that resembles a bishop’s hat or fairy wings. The plant belongs to the Berberidaceae family and is a popular ornamental plant due to its beautiful flowers and foliage. The plant can grow up to 12 inches tall and 24 inches wide, and blooms in late spring to early summer with delicate, small, pink, red, or white flowers that are arranged in a panicle.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Berberidaceae |
| Genus | Epimedium |
Appearance
The leaves of Epimedium Grandiflorum Var. Koreanum are heart-shaped and the plant has a clump-forming habit. The foliage emerges in early spring with a reddish tinge and matures to a dark green color. The leaves are also semi-evergreen, meaning they stay on the plant through winter in milder climates. The flowers are small and delicate, measuring about 1 inch in diameter, and bloom in shades of pink, red, or white. The plant prefers partial shade to full shade, and its leaves may scorch if exposed to too much sun.
Care Guide
Water: Epimedium Grandiflorum Var. Koreanum prefers moist, well-draining soil. Water regularly during the growing season, but avoid overwatering as this can cause root rot.
Fertilization: Fertilize the plant in early spring with a slow-release fertilizer. Avoid fertilizing in late summer or fall, as this can promote new growth that may not have time to harden off before winter.
Soil: The plant prefers well-draining, loamy soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5. Amend heavy clay soil with organic matter to improve drainage.
Sunlight: Epimedium Grandiflorum Var. Koreanum prefers partial shade to full shade. Direct sunlight can scorch the leaves.
Hardiness Zones: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Epimedium Grandiflorum Var. Koreanum is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it may occasionally be affected by slugs, snails, aphids, or spider mites. To control these pests, remove affected leaves or use an insecticidal soap or neem oil.
Habitat
Epimedium Grandiflorum Var. Koreanum is native to Korea and China, where it grows in shady forest understories and on rocky slopes. The plant prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial to full shade.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Epimedium Grandiflorum Var. Koreanum grow in full sun?
A: No, the plant prefers partial shade to full shade. Direct sunlight can scorch the leaves.
Q: Is Epimedium Grandiflorum Var. Koreanum drought-tolerant?
A: No, the plant prefers moist, well-draining soil and regular watering during the growing season.
Q: When should I fertilize Epimedium Grandiflorum Var. Koreanum?
A: Fertilize the plant in early spring with a slow-release fertilizer. Avoid fertilizing in late summer or fall.
Q: Is Epimedium Grandiflorum Var. Koreanum deer-resistant?
A: Yes, the plant is deer-resistant.
Related Plants
- Epimedium Diphyllum
- Epimedium Sulphureum
- Epimedium Versicolor
- Epimedium Grandiflorum
- Epimedium Rubrum
References
- “Epimedium grandiflorum var. higoense,” Missouri Botanical Garden, accessed August 19, 2021, https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c870.
- “Epimedium grandiflorum var. koreanum,” Plant Delights Nursery, accessed August 19, 2021, https://www.plantdelights.com/products/epimedium-grandiflorum-var-koreanum.
