Epimedium x omeiense 'Rigoletto' ('Akane')

Epimedium x omeiense 'Rigoletto'

Also known as ‘Akane’, ‘Rigoletto’ is an ideal choice for dry shade gardens. In spring, it produces striking flowers with deep rose-red sepals, orange centers, and creamy-white spurs. Bright green, lance-shaped leaves are lightly spotted with coppery red, offering subtle contrast without heavy flecking. A naturally occurring cross between E. acuminatum and E. fangii, this variety is both deer resistant and pollinator friendly.

Height: 14–16"
Zones: 5–8
Light: Part to full shade
Soil: Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil
Other Features: Deer resistant, drought tolerant once established, attracts pollinators

Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.