Rumex flexuosus

Also Known As

Maori Dock

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

6a-10b

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Rumex flexuosus plant details

Rumex flexuosus is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with bronze foliage. In summer bronze flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in rich soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rumex flexuosus

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: polygonaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: bronze blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rumex flexuosus

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Grown for the distinctive foliage which is this intriguing burnished copper. This is a fine accent plant against the host of the normal green leaves.

By: Far Reaches Farm

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Photo of Rumex flexuosus foliage by Karl Gercens III

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By: Karl Gercens III

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Gardening facts about Rumex flexuosus plant

How to Grow Rumex flexuosus

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- rich

Features

Foliage Color
- bronze
Flower Color
- bronze
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen

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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

9a-10b

Size

Height: 30"

sun
even moisture - drought tolerant

Photo of Rumex hymenosepalus flower, foliage, form by Stan Shebs

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