Epimedium wushanense 'Caramel' - 2026

Epimedium wushanense 'Caramel' is a captivating perennial that adds both texture and colour to shaded gardens. This cultivar produces large, spidery, caramel-colored flowers with dark orange centers, creating a soft, airy effect above the foliage. The long, narrow, evergreen leaves emerge with a rose-purple tint in spring, gradually fading to green as the season progresses. Flowering from early to mid-spring, 'Caramel' attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies, enhancing garden biodiversity.

Preferring part shade to full shade and well-drained, moist soil, 'Caramel' is drought-tolerant once established and relatively low-maintenance. Its compact, clump-forming habit makes it suitable for woodland gardens, rock gardens, or as a groundcover beneath shrubs. Regular removal of spent flowers encourages prolonged blooming, while leaving some seed heads provides winter interest and food for birds. With its delicate appearance and ecological benefits, 'Caramel' is a valuable addition to any garden.