About
A compact, clump-forming, deciduous herbaceous perennial to 80cm with hairy, ovate fresh green leaves which have dark burgundy red markings forming a horseshoe shape across the leaf. Upright spikes of small red flowers appear from summer through until the autumn. Suitable for smaller gardens or the front of a flower border.
About the genus
Persicaria can be annuals, herbaceous or evergreen perennials or sub-shrubs with simple leaves and small bell-shaped white or pink flowers in long-lasting spikes or panicles
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moisture-retentive but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade
PruningCut back old, flowered stems to the ground in autumn
PropagationPropagate by division in spring or autumn
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free but may be susceptible to slugs and snails
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free