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Persicaria amplexicaulis Alba - Mountain Fleece

Persicaria amplexicaulis Alba
Red Bistort, Mountain Fleece

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The Persicaria amplexicaulis alba, a floriferous perennial with spikes of white bell-shaped flowers, good ground cover.
Flower size
8 cm
Height at maturity
1.20 m
Spread at maturity
60 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade, Shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -29°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil, Damp soil
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Recommended planting time March to May, September to November
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Description

The Persicaria amplexicaulis alba, also known as bistort, smartweed or Polygonum, is a floriferous perennial that produces numerous spikes from July to September, measuring 7 to 10 cm (3 to 4in) in length, composed of white bell-shaped flowers. The flowering is continuous throughout the summer. Thanks to its spreading habit, the plant is a good ground cover, which spreads spontaneously.

The Polygonum amplexicaule leaves are semi-evergreen. They are 15 to 25 cm (6 to 10in) long and have a medium green color. As autumn arrives, the leaves turn red. The plant is native to the Himalayas and has excellent hardiness. It can reach a height of 1.20 m (4ft) at maturity.

This Bistort brings joy to bees and butterflies that come to feed on it. It can be found at the back corner of flowerbeds where it fills the space without smothering nearby plants. It can also be placed in rock gardens, borders, and even in wet areas near lakes and ponds. It was once used as a culinary herb and for medicinal purposes.

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Persicaria amplexicaulis Alba - Mountain Fleece (Flowering) Flowering
Persicaria amplexicaulis Alba - Mountain Fleece (Foliage) Foliage

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time July to September
Flower size 8 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 1.20 m
Spread at maturity 60 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Persicaria

Species

amplexicaulis

Cultivar

Alba

Family

Polygonaceae

Other common names

Red Bistort, Mountain Fleece

Product reference77371

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Planting and care

The Persicaria amplexicaulis alba thrives in sunny or semi-shaded exposure. It is a very easy plant to grow; plant it in any type of soil, as long as it is moist and humus-bearing.

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Planting period

Recommended planting time March to May, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Woodland edge, Pond edge
Type of use Border
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Planting density 4 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade, Shade
Soil pH Neutral
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Clayey-chalky (heavy and alkaline), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, Damp soil, heavy, rich and fresh

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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