Photo of Persicaria 'Silver Dragon' flower, foliage by Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.

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Persicaria 'Silver Dragon'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 36"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

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Persicaria 'Silver Dragon' plant details

Persicaria 'Silver Dragon' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial with burgundy, green and white foliage. In fall white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Persicaria 'Silver Dragon'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: polygonaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy, green and white
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 36 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall
Uses: clumping

GROWING CONDITIONS for Persicaria 'Silver Dragon'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Invite a well-behaved dragon to your garden: the heavily silvered leaves of this 2x3' non-running variety have a reddish heart and margin giving it great foliage interest all season in border, rock garden, container. S-PSh/M PPatent16421
This plant is a standout with exciting silvered leaves with a reddish edge. 'Silver Dragon is a non-running variety and can be used alone or in mass. Small white flowers in late summer.

Gardening facts about Persicaria 'Silver Dragon' plant

How to Grow Persicaria 'Silver Dragon'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Color

    • white
    • green
    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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