I have three Epimediums growing near the entrance to my home.
They are low plants with small flowers,
so I placed them where they will be better noticed.
Their tiny clusters of blooms may still be overlooked once the leaves emerge.
Their other names are barren wort or bishop’s hat,
but my favorite name for them is fairy wings.
The wiry stems are so slender, that it appears as though the blooms are fluttering in thin air.
These small plants add a lovely burst of color under shrubs.
Epimediums prefer shade and rich soil, but will tolerate dry conditions.
They are magical. Plant them where they can be appreciated,
Even in the rain.
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