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Description
Epimedium Grandiflorum Pink Champagne, also known as Bishop’s Hat or Fairy Wings, is a beautiful perennial plant that belongs to the Berberidaceae family. It is native to China, Japan, and Korea and is widely grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and delicate flowers.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Berberidaceae |
| Genus | Epimedium |
Appearance
Epimedium Grandiflorum Pink Champagne has heart-shaped leaves that are bronze-red when they first emerge in spring and turn green as they mature. The leaves grow up to 20cm long and are arranged in a rosette. The plant produces delicate pink flowers on tall stems that can reach up to 30cm in height. The flowers bloom in late spring and early summer and are followed by seed pods that turn brown in autumn.
Care Guide
Epimedium Grandiflorum Pink Champagne is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to grow. Here are some tips for caring for this plant:
- Water: Water the plant regularly, especially during hot and dry weather.
- Fertilization: Fertilize the plant in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Soil: The plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
- Sunlight: The plant prefers partial shade to full shade.
- Hardiness Zones: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Epimedium Grandiflorum Pink Champagne is relatively pest and disease-free, but it can be susceptible to slugs and snails. To prevent these pests, use slug and snail bait or copper tape around the plant. The plant can also develop leaf spot, which is a fungal disease that causes brown spots on the leaves. To treat leaf spot, remove the affected leaves and apply a fungicide.
Habitat
Epimedium Grandiflorum Pink Champagne is native to China, Japan, and Korea and is commonly found in woodland areas and on rocky slopes. The plant prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial shade to full shade.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Epimedium Grandiflorum Pink Champagne grow in containers?
A: Yes, the plant can be grown in containers as long as the container is large enough to accommodate the roots and the soil is kept moist.
Q: When is the best time to plant Epimedium Grandiflorum Pink Champagne?
A: The best time to plant the plant is in early spring or in the fall when the weather is cool and moist.
Q: Is Epimedium Grandiflorum Pink Champagne deer-resistant?
A: Yes, the plant is deer-resistant, making it a great choice for gardens that are prone to deer damage.
Q: Can Epimedium Grandiflorum Pink Champagne be propagated from cuttings?
A: Yes, the plant can be propagated from cuttings taken in early summer or from division in early spring or fall.
Related Plants
- Epimedium ‘Amber Queen’
- Epimedium grandiflorum ‘Lilafee’
- Epimedium diphyllum
- Epimedium x versicolor ‘Sulphureum’
References
- “Epimedium grandiflorum ‘Pink Champagne’.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c190
- “Epimedium grandiflorum ‘Pink Champagne’.” Royal Horticultural Society, www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/309823/Epimedium-grandiflorum-Pink-Champagne/Details
- “Epimedium grandiflorum ‘Pink Champagne’.” Plant Lust, plantlust.com/plants/epimedium-grandiflorum-pink-champagne
