Bistort. A clump-forming, semi-evergreen perennial with mid-green leaves and slender spikes of red, purple or white flowers. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 1.2m. Flowers July to September. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Persicaria amplexicaulis
A clump-forming, semi-evergreen perennial with mid-green leaves and slender spikes of red, purple or white flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Persicaria |
|---|---|
| Species | amplexicaulis |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Bistort |
| Flower Colour | red, purple, white |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 1.2m |
| Family | Polygonaceae |
| Spread | 1.2m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, September |
| 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 | |
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| Maintenance | |
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