Red Barrenwort
Epimedium x rubrum
Price comparison:
£6.95 – £8.98
From 5 UK retailers
A rewarding perennial for UK gardens, Red Barrenwort grows to around 30cm in partial shade. Enjoy blooms from April and May. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Sun
⛅ Partial Shade
Water
💧💧 Moderate
Hardiness
🌡️ H7 (Fully Hardy)
Size
📏 30cm tall × 45cm wide
Flowers
🌸 apr,may
Wildlife
🐝 Ground cover, early bee plant
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Prices from 5 retailers across 3 sizes
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Prices last checked: 26 Aug 2026
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| Plant Providers | £8.45Price checked 30 days ago | 2L | View at Plant ProvidersOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Plant Providers
Size: 2L
| Carbeth Plants | £8.98Out of stock | bare root | View at Carbeth PlantsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Carbeth Plants
Size: bare root
| Grasslands Nursery | £6.95Price checked 14 days ago | Check retailer for size | View at Grasslands NurseryOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Claire Austin Hardy Plants £5.50 standard delivery | £7.50Out of stock | Check retailer for size | View at Claire Austin Hardy PlantsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Perfect Plantings | £7.95 | Check retailer for size | View at Perfect PlantingsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Grasslands Nursery
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Claire Austin Hardy Plants
£5.50 standard delivery
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Perfect Plantings
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Prices last checked: 26 Aug 2026
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Plant Information
About this plant
A rewarding perennial for UK gardens, Red Barrenwort grows to around 30cm in partial shade. Enjoy blooms from April and May. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Latin Name
Epimedium x rubrum
Family
Hardiness Zone
H7
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
partial-shade
Water Needs
moderate
Flowering Season
apr,may
Mature Height
30cm
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Red Barrenwort cost in the UK?
Red Barrenwort prices in the UK range from £6.95 to £8.98 depending on pot size and retailer. The cheapest price is currently at Grasslands Nursery at £6.95. Prices are checked nightly across 5 UK nurseries.
Where can I buy Red Barrenwort online in the UK?
You can buy Red Barrenwort from 5 UK nurseries including Grasslands Nursery, Claire Austin Hardy Plants, Perfect Plantings. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Red Barrenwort?
The scientific name for Red Barrenwort is Epimedium x rubrum.
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