Epimedium brachyrrhizum Delosperma The wild species of daylilies
Yard notes & kiln story
Description
The wild species of daylilies
The first sign of spring is the wonderful spikes of dodecatheon-like blue flowers to 6" tall
Our oldest specimen is now 1' tall x 2' wide
to all but the very darkest sites
Evergreen groundcovers which do not spread or require maintenance are invaluable in the woodland garden
Epimedium brachyrrhizum Delosperma The wild species of dayliliesThis beautiful new dwarf, clump forming species of epimedium was discovered in 1994 in the Guizhou Province of China. The leathery, dark green leaves emerge with a wonderful mottled rose purple pattern in spring. The clumps are topped with arching sprays of giant 2", spider like rose pink flowers incredibly elegant! From Zone 7 south, we expect the foliage to remain evergreen, but it should be cut back in spring for the best floral show.