Epimedium brachyrrhizum Delosperma tsushimensis which it resembles in

tsushimensis which it resembles in foliage

Evergreen groundcovers which do not spread or require maintenance are invaluable in the woodland garden

the clumps are topped with 2' tall scapes (occasionally branched) of very fragrant

Calanthe tricarinata

The first sign of spring is the wonderful spikes of dodecatheon-like blue flowers to 6" tall

Epimedium brachyrrhizum Delosperma tsushimensis which it resembles inThis 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.