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Persicaria virginiana [Compton's Form]

Also Known As

  • Mountain Fleece

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"-36"
  • W: 18"-36"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Persicaria virginiana [Compton's Form] plant details

Persicaria virginiana [Compton's Form] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with burgundy, chocolate, green and variegated foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Persicaria virginiana [Compton's Form]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: polygonaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy, chocolate, green and variegated
Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: naturalizing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Persicaria virginiana [Compton's Form]

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tired of the floppy, 4' Red Dragon? This rare new selection is a breath of fresh air! Leaves of chocolate are elongated with a distinctive dark chocolate chevron – Compact grower to about 24" – Elegant, sublime…no trimming!! Semi-shaded, moist situations, not fussy – We can't seem to make enough of these!

Gardening facts about Persicaria virginiana [Compton's Form] plant

How to Grow Persicaria virginiana [Compton's Form]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular

Features

  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • green
    • burgundy
    • chocolate
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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