Bloody Dock, Red Veined Dock. A rosette-forming perennial with bright green leaves, conspicuously veined red. Green flowers change to red-brown from early to mid-summer. Max Height 90cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Rumex sanguineus var. sanguineus
A rosette-forming perennial with bright green leaves, conspicuously veined red. Green flowers change to red-brown from early to mid-summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Rumex |
|---|---|
| Species | sanguineus |
| Varietry | var. sanguineus |
| Common Name | Bloody Dock, Red Veined Dock |
| Flower Colour | green, red |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 90cm |
| Family | Polygonaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, red |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Herb garden, Border |
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