Overview
Persicaria bistorta 'Superba' is a plant with a clump-forming, spreading habit in the genus Bistorta, part of the Polygonaceae family, with deciduous, lance-shaped leaves foliage. Persicaria bistorta 'Superba' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include borders, ground cover and damp areas.
About
Bistorta officinalis, known as bistort, common bistort, European bistort, or meadow bistort, is a species of flowering plant in the dock family Polygonaceae native to Europe and northern and western Asia. Other common names include snakeroot, snake-root, snakeweed, and Easter-ledges.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Bistorta
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist, well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Persicaria bistorta 'Superba' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump-forming, Spreading
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Lance-shaped leaves
- Suggested uses
- Borders, Ground cover, Damp areas
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Persicaria bistorta 'Superba'
- Propagation
- Division, Basal cuttings, Self-seeding
- Pest resistance
- Resistant to most pests
- Disease resistance
- Resistant to most diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Persicaria bistorta 'Superba'?
Persicaria bistorta 'Superba' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Persicaria bistorta 'Superba' need?
Persicaria bistorta 'Superba' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist to well-drained.
Is Persicaria bistorta 'Superba' hardy in the UK?
Persicaria bistorta 'Superba' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Persicaria bistorta 'Superba'?
Division, Basal cuttings, Self-seeding.
