Details
- Density
- 10 plants per m2
- Flowering Height
- 20-30 cm
- Flowering Time
- Mid to late spring
- Fragrant
- No
- Origin
- Holland
- Plant Type
- Bare Root
- Planting Depth
- 1-2 cm
- Planting Time
- Spring
- Shipping Time
- Spring
- Sunlight
- Prefers partial to full shade
Epimedium Pink Elf
Barrenwort - Fairy Wings - Bishop's Hat
• We start shipping our summer flowering bulbs in Spring. We start shipping by Mid March. We ship from our warehouse in London.
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Description
Epimedium Pink Elf, commonly known as Bishop's Hat, is a charming perennial that thrives in shaded and partially shaded gardens, adding soft elegance with its petite, bell-shaped flowers and evergreen foliage. This variety is celebrated for its dainty sprays of pale pink blooms with deeper pink centres that float gracefully above a dense mat of heart-shaped leaves. It’s a perfect choice for softening woodland edges, underplanting shrubs, or brightening up shaded borders.
Standing at a height of 20-30 cm with a similar spread, Pink Elf begins its flowering season in mid to late spring, creating a light and airy display that contrasts beautifully with the bronze-tinged foliage that emerges early in the season. As the year progresses, the leaves mature to a rich green, providing year-round texture and interest.
What sets Epimedium Pink Elf apart is its compact size and vigorous nature, making it ideal for small gardens or as groundcover in challenging conditions like dry shade. Unlike many plants, it doesn’t demand constant attention—just a light trim in late winter to encourage fresh growth. Its resilience to pests like deer and rabbits further adds to its appeal, ensuring a tidy and thriving display with minimal effort.
We supply Epimedium Pink Elf as premium-quality bare root plants, ready to establish in British gardens. For the best results, plant in humus-rich, well-drained soil in a shaded or partially shaded position. With proper care, this delightful variety will reward you with years of delicate beauty and reliable growth.
For gardeners seeking a low-maintenance yet visually stunning addition to shaded spaces, Epimedium Pink Elf is a versatile and timeless choice.
- Type of Plant: Perennial
- Common Names: Bishop's Hat, Fairy Wings, Barrenwort
- Flower Colour: Pale pink with deeper pink centres
- Foliage Colour: Heart-shaped leaves with a bronze flush in spring, maturing to rich green
- Height: 20-30 cm
- Spread: 30-40 cm
- Blooming Period: Mid to late spring
- Fragrance: Not scented
- Hardiness: Fully hardy in UK gardens
- Key Features: Compact size; evergreen foliage; thrives in dry shade; resistant to deer and rabbits
- Sunlight: Prefers partial to full shade
- Soil: Humus-rich, well-drained soil
- Watering Needs: Regular watering during establishment; drought-tolerant once established
- Maintenance: Low-maintenance; trim old foliage in late winter to encourage fresh growth
- Wildlife Attraction: Attracts pollinators such as bees
- Supplied As: Bare root plants
- Ideal For: Groundcover, shaded borders, woodland gardens, and underplanting shrubs
- Planting Density: 10 bare root plants per square metre
- Planting Time: Spring
- Dispatch: Spring (March/April)
- We ship from: London
Planting information
- Dig a hole to the required depth. You can find this required depth for each type of bulb, tuber or root in the growing guides.
- Depth is measurement of space between the soil line and top of bulb or bare root.
- Set the bulbs or bare root in place, pointed side or sprout side upward.
- Cover the bulbs by replacing the soil and water thoroughly.
Shipping rates
UNITED KINGDOM
Orders of £50 or more - FREE SHIPPING
Orders under £50 - Standard shipping - £4.99
Shipping schedule
We start shipping our spring planted flower bulbs in Spring. We start shipping by Mid March.
Bulbs that are planted in spring and have a tendency to bloom in summer are called spring bulbs. Not to be confused with bulbs that are planted in autumn and bloom in spring.
Guarantee
For over 4 generations, DutchGrown™ has built its reputation by offering the best flowers bulbs and bare root perennials available anywhere. We take pride in our exceptionally high level of quality control customer service, and our commitment to client satisfaction continues long after the bulbs leave our premises. When you order from DutchGrown™, we 100% guarantee that you will receive the hardiest flower bulbs available, packed with care and ready to thrive in your garden. Read more.
Details
- Density
- 10 plants per m2
- Flowering Height
- 20-30 cm
- Flowering Time
- Mid to late spring
- Fragrant
- No
- Origin
- Holland
- Plant Type
- Bare Root
- Planting Depth
- 1-2 cm
- Planting Time
- Spring
- Shipping Time
- Spring
- Sunlight
- Prefers partial to full shade