A stem-rooting perennial with dark green leaves each with a purple V-shaped band and short spikes of pink flowers. Max Height 8cm. Max Spread 50cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun/partial shade. Frost hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Persicaria capitata
A stem-rooting perennial with dark green leaves each with a purple V-shaped band and short spikes of pink flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Persicaria |
|---|---|
| Species | capitata |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | pink |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 8cm |
| Family | Polygonaceae |
| Spread | 50cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, purple |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Ground cover |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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