Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry, especially during warmer months and dry spells. Reduce watering in winter as the plant enters dormancy.
Also known as "pink Epimedium" - It Is A Hybrid !!! · Alpine Barrenwort · Alpine Goatweed
Bishop's Hat (Epimedium alpinum) is a low-growing perennial herb with delicate, spurred flowers, ideal for shady woodland gardens.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial to full shade
25% intensity
Prefers dappled shade or bright indirect light. Tolerates deeper shade.
Consistent moisture
50% intensity
Water when top inch of soil is dry. Avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained, humus-rich
50% intensity
Hardy perennial
25% intensity
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures. Tolerant of frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Light feeding
25% intensity
Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry, especially during warmer months and dry spells. Reduce watering in winter as the plant enters dormancy.
Remove any dead, damaged, or unsightly foliage in early spring before new growth emerges. This also helps to improve air circulation. Deadheading spent flowers is optional and primarily for aesthetic purposes.
Divide established clumps in early spring or autumn. Carefully separate rhizomes with at least one growth bud and replant immediately. Seeds can be sown in autumn but germination can be slow and erratic.
Epimedium alpinum prefers to be undisturbed and rarely needs repotting. If division is necessary due to overcrowding or declining vigor, repot in early spring or autumn.
Ensure the rhizomes are just below the soil surface.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Bishop's Hat (Epimedium alpinum)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Berberidaceae |
| Genus | Epimedium |
| Species | Epimedium alpinum |
Similar in genus Epimedium
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