A mat-forming, evergreen perennial with large, dark green leaves turning red in autumn and spikes of pink flowers turning red when mature. Max Height 25cm. Max Spread 50cm. Flowers July to October. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Persicaria affinis ‘Darjeeling Red’
A mat-forming, evergreen perennial with large, dark green leaves turning red in autumn and spikes of pink flowers turning red when mature.
Additional information
| Generic | Persicaria |
|---|---|
| Species | affinis |
| Varietry | 'Darjeeling Red' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | pink, red |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 25cm |
| Family | Polygonaceae |
| Spread | 50cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, October |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Ground cover |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
| Propagation |
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