Epimedium multiflora 'Lilafee' 1,5L

Epimedium multiflora 'Lilafee' – Purple Gem in the Shadowy Garden

Epimedium grandiflorum 'Lilafee' is a unique variety of Epimedium distinguished by beautiful, violet flowers and decorative, heart-shaped leaves. It is a compact and durable perennial that works great in shady and semi-shaded corners of the garden. Its subtle, almost ethereal flowering and ornamental foliage make it an ideal choice for forest and naturalistic gardens.

Main characteristics of the multifloral epimedium 'Lilafee'

Flowers

• Colour: Intense violet-purple, with delicate, lighter spurs.
• Shape: Star-shaped, with subtle bracts, they float above the leaves on thin, delicate stems.
• Flowering period: April–May, bringing spring freshness and colour to the garden.

List

• Colour: Young leaves have a brown, coppery or reddish hue, which later turns into a juicy green.
• Shape: Heart-shaped, slightly serrated, with distinct innervation.
• Decorativeness: The leaves are ornamental throughout the season and can partially change color to shades of red and brown in autumn.

Cut

• Form: A low, tufted plant with a compact structure.
• Height: It reaches about 20–30 cm, with inflorescences rising gently above the leaves.
• Sprawl: Thanks to the underground rhizomes, it forms dense, decorative clumps.

Cultivation requirements for epimedium 'Lilafee'

Location and soil

• Position: It grows best in partial shade or shade. It tolerates the morning sun but needs protection from the harsh afternoon light.
• Soil: Fertile, permeable, moist and humus. The soil should be slightly acidic to neutral.

Watering and fertilizing

• Watering: Regular watering during drought. The soil should be constantly slightly moist, but not waterlogged.
• Fertilization: In spring, it is worth using an organic fertilizer or a gentle compound fertilizer to support healthy growth and abundant flowering.

Care

• Trimming: In early spring, before new shoots appear, it is worth removing older, damaged leaves to reveal young shoots and flowers.
• Wintering: The plant is fully frost hardy (zone 5–8). In colder areas, light mulching can be used.
• Reproduction: The easiest way to propagate is by dividing the clumps in spring or autumn.

Application of epimedium 'Lilafee'

Flower beds and garden compositions

• Shade beds: Perfect for beds in the shade of trees or tall shrubs.
• Perennial compositions: It combines beautifully with hostas, ferns, bruneria and cranesbills.

Ground cover

• Thanks to the rapid growth of the rhizomes, it is perfect as a ground cover in shady positions.

Naturalistic gardens

• Ideal for forest and naturalistic gardens, where its delicate flowers and leaves blend harmoniously into the surroundings.

Bed and path edging

• Great for the edges of shady beds and along paths, where its subtle habit introduces lightness and elegance.

Why choose multifloral epimedium 'Lilafee'?

• Showy flowers: The violet-purple flowers bring vibrant yet subtle accents to the garden.
• Decorative leaves: The heart-shaped leaves that change color throughout the year are a decoration throughout the season.
• Shade Tolerance: Ideal for difficult, shady places.
• Easy care: It is an undemanding plant, resistant to more difficult conditions.
• Versatility: It fits a variety of garden styles – from modern to classic and naturalistic.

Plant Specifications

• Flower pot: 1.5 liters
• Age: 2 years old
  
• Frost resistance: Yes