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Persicaria microcephala 'Chocolate Dragon' PP17325
Also Known As
- Persicaria 'Chocolate Dragon'
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 36"
- W: 20"
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Persicaria microcephala 'Chocolate Dragon' PP17325 plant details
Persicaria microcephala 'Chocolate Dragon' PP17325 is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial with red and variegated foliage. In fall white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in average soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Persicaria microcephala 'Chocolate Dragon' PP17325
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: polygonaceae
- Foliage: deciduous red and variegated
- Mature size: 20 IN wide, 36 IN tall
- Flowers: white blooms in fall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Persicaria microcephala 'Chocolate Dragon' PP17325
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
- Soil needs: average
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How to Grow Persicaria microcephala 'Chocolate Dragon' PP17325
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- red
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 1'-4'
Width: 3'-5'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type
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Zones
5a-9b
Size
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Width: 3'-4'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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