Colchian barrenwort (Epimedium pinnatum subsp. colchicum) is a perennial plant that can grow 10cm – 50cm tall and 10cm – 50cm wide.
This plant is commonly known as Colchian barrenwort.
This is a evergreen plant that takes 2-5 years to reach full maturity.
Plant profile
Common name: Colchian barrenwort
Scientific name: Epimedium pinnatum subsp. colchicum
Plant type: Perennials
Habit: Mat forming
Height: 10cm – 50cm
Spread: 10cm – 50cm
Foliage: Evergreen
Sunlight: Partial shade
Soil: Chalk, Loam, Sand
Moisture: Moist but well drained
Garden type: Rock & Gravel Garden
Planting type: Flower borders and bedding, Ground Cover
Other characteristics: RHS Award of Garden Merit
Seasonal colors
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How to plant Colchian barrenwort (Epimedium pinnatum subsp. colchicum) – Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Cultivation profiles – Growing Colchian barrenwort (Epimedium pinnatum subsp. colchicum) – Agnieszka Kwiecień, Nova, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
