Epimedium Gardening Tips

Epimedium is a genus of herbaceous flowering plants in the family Berberidaceae, comprising about 60 species. Commonly known as Rowdy Lamb Herb, Barrenwort, Bishop's Hat, Fairy Wings and Horny Goat Weed. Most are endemic to southern China and are believed to be aphrodisiacs, especially Horny Goat Weed.

Epimedium is a deciduous, semi-evergreen or evergreen hardy perennial plant which are ideal for growing around trees and shrubs. The flowers blooms in spring, have spurs and are yellow in color. The plants need partial shade, fertile and moisture-retentive soil. Propagation is through ripe seed, divide after flowering or in autumn. Pests and diseases for the plants are vine weevils and viruses.

Epimedium pinnatum
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Epimedium alpinum
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Epimedium
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