Bishop's hat

Epimedium alpinum, or Bishop's Hat, is a charming, low-growing perennial perfect for woodland gardens or shady borders in the UK. It forms a neat clump of heart-shaped leaves, often tinged with bronze, that reliably suppresses weeds. Delicate, spurred flowers, resembling a bishop's hat, emerge in spring, adding subtle beauty to tricky shaded spots.

Sun: Partial shade.

Soil: Moist but well-drained.

Hardiness: H6 — down to −20°C.

Flowering: Apr, May.