Brilliantly colored, Epimedium 'Kaguyahime' (Barrenwort) is an evergreen perennial with a striking foliage of large, pointed, spiny leaves, heavily splashed with maroon-red when young. In mid to late spring, open sprays of abundant, two-tone rose flowers hover on the ends of wiry stems above the foliage. The medium-sized blossoms are a delicate combination of large rose pink sepals sitting atop deep purple petals with incurved spurs. Though the flowers may only last for a few weeks, the fantastic foliage will captivate interest all season long. Perfect as a ground cover, for erosion control, in shady rock gardens, as edging, and planted under mature trees.

• Grows up to 12-18 in. tall (30-45 cm) and 12 in. wide (30 cm).
• Performs best in part shade to full shade in average, acidic, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils. Humus-rich, fertile, moist soils in part shade are preferred. Drought tolerant once established. Protect from cold, dry winds.
• Virtually pest and disease free. Rabbit and deer tolerant.
• Easy to grow, this plant is a welcomed addition to beds and borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, shade gardens or containers. Excellent as a groundcover.
• Propagate by division in the fall or after flowering.
• Cut back old foliage in late winter or early spring for the best display of new foliage and flowers.