Persicaria microcephala 'Red Dragon' (PBR)
bistort
- 2 litre pot
- £16.99 £19.99
- In stock (delivery within 2-3 working days)
- 3 × 2 litre pots
- £43.34 £50.99 £14.45 each
- In stock (delivery within 2-3 working days)
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- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: moist soil, but well drained soil
- Rate of growth: fast
- Flowering period: July to September
- Hardiness: fully hardy
An unusual variety of bistort, grown for its dramatic foliage that changes colour with the seasons. In spring, its velvety, burgundy-plum, long heart-shaped leaves are set off by a silvery, metallic, chevron-shaped marking, which gradually turns red as the foliage becomes greener.
'Red Dragon' is fairly vigorous, though not invasive, and forms a natural mound, with sprays of tiny white flowers in late summer. Try it as an eye-catching groundcover plant in moist, even boggy soil or beside water or as a handsome plant in a container.
'Red Dragon' is fairly vigorous, though not invasive, and forms a natural mound, with sprays of tiny white flowers in late summer. Try it as an eye-catching groundcover plant in moist, even boggy soil or beside water or as a handsome plant in a container.
Grow Persicaria microcephala in well-drained or moisture-retentive soil in full sun or light shade. It forms a dense groundcover, spreading readily, so careful siting is needed to prevent it from encroaching on other plants. Water during dry periods, mulch to retain moisture, and cut back old or damaged stems in late winter or early spring to encourage fresh growth.
