Hugs and Kisses bishop's hat

Notes

'Hugs and Kisses' bishop's hat (Epimedium 'Hugs and Kisses') is a perennial for ground cover, shade garden accents, and dry shade. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes part sun to full shade and dry soil. Pink flowers with light pink backs and deep mauve centers open in early to late spring. The lance-shaped leaves have burgundy flecks in spring and turn green with wavy edges. It sits low on the menu for deer.

Pairs well with Ebony spleenwort, Flame azalea, and Glory-of-the-snow.