Persicaria amplexicaulis 'Pink Elephant'
Also Known As
- Pink Elephant Mountain Fleece Flower
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3'-4'
- W: 3'-4'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Persicaria amplexicaulis 'Pink Elephant' plant details
Persicaria amplexicaulis 'Pink Elephant' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Persicaria amplexicaulis 'Pink Elephant'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: polygonaceae
- Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: cutting garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Persicaria amplexicaulis 'Pink Elephant'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit
- Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Persicaria amplexicaulis 'Pink Elephant' plant
How to Grow Persicaria amplexicaulis 'Pink Elephant'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
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Zones
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