Pink Elf Barrenwort
Epimedium × 'Pink Elf' PP 17,228
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
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Plant Profile & Growing Essentials
Groundcover, Deer-resistant, Drought resistant, Low Maintenance, and Flowering
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Growth RateModerate
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Pollinator FriendlyYes
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring, Late Spring
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Does Not Ship ToAK, HI, ID, MT
Looking for a dainty groundcover that thrives in shade? The Pink Elf Barrenwort PP#17,228 (Epimedium x 'Pink Elf') is a compact, cold-hardy perennial that delivers charming spring blooms and gorgeous foliage all season! This hybrid Barrenwort flaunts clusters of starry pink flowers in mid-spring, rising above heart-shaped leaves with bronze-red flushes in spring that mature to soft green.
Pollinators love the nodding, spurred flowers that hover gracefully over the mounded foliage. As temperatures cool, the leaves often turn reddish-bronze again, extending their ornamental appeal into fall. With a tidy, clumping habit and semi-evergreen foliage in warmer climates, it's ideal for woodland edges and shady nooks.
Growing just 12-15 inches tall and wide, this dwarf variety has delicate but wiry stems and a slow-spreading root system that makes it perfect for massing under trees or weaving between Ferns and Hostas.
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Key Features
- Starry pink flowers in mid-spring
- Compact, mounded shape, just 12-15" tall and wide
- Semi-evergreen in warmer climates
- Deer and rabbit-resistant
- Non-invasive, long-lived groundcover
- Handles dry shade
- Great for erosion control
Landscaping Uses
Perfect for softening shady garden beds, Pink Elf Barrenwort stays neat and low to the ground at just over a foot tall and wide. A hybrid between Epimedium leptorrhizum and Epimedium pubigerum, Pink Elf is a garden gem bred for enhanced flower power and compact form!
- Shady borders and underplanting
- Groundcover beneath shrubs or trees
- Edging woodland paths
- Mixed with Hostas, Ferns, and Heuchera
- Slopes and shaded Rock Gardens
Care & Maintenance
Barrenwort is an herbaceous perennial with strong adaptability to dry shade and filtered sun. Adapted to USDA Zones 5 to 8, this perennial thrives in temperate regions and handles dry shade once established. Read more about Barrenwort care here!
- Time: Spring or fall
- Sun Requirements: Part shade to full shade
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, humus-rich soil; tolerant of clay and dry conditions once established
- Moisture Needs: Moderate to low; use the Finger Test to monitor soil moisture
- Arborist Mulch: Apply a 3-4 inch deep layer to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
- Fertilization Needs: Compost or balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring
- Pruning Info: Shear back tattered foliage in late winter to reveal fresh spring growth
- Special Perks/Growing Tips:
- Excellent deer and rabbit resistance
- Low maintenance
Elf-Level Enchantment for Shade
Pink Elf Barrenwort offers lasting beauty and resilience in tricky shade zones, with its whimsical blooms and dependable foliage. Order your Pink Elf Barrenwort today and brighten your shady corners with charm from naturehills.com!
