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    Persicaria orientalis

    Also Known As

    • Polygonum orientale
    • Kiss Me Over The Garden Gate
    • Kiss-Me-Over-The-Garden-Gate

    Plant type

    annual / biennial

    size

    • H: 3'-6'
    • W: 5'

    planting zones

    • 1-12

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    Persicaria orientalis plant details

    Persicaria orientalis is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Persicaria orientalis

    Plant type: annual / biennial
    Plant family: polygonaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 1 - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
    Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
    Uses: border plant, cutting garden, heirloom, self-sowing, tropical-looking, unique

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Persicaria orientalis

    USDA Zones: 1 - 12
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This heirloom variety, also called Ladyfingers, is found rarely in country gardens. In 1737, Collinson sent Bartram some seeds and its ample self-sowing has ensured its survival ever since. Tall stems display large smooth leaves and dangling blooms of deep rose swaying in the slightest breeze. "There is something oriental looking about it. It reminds me of the willow trees on Blue Willow china," says W. Yoakum.

    By: Select Seeds

    First grown in the U.S. by Thomas Jefferson, “Kiss Me Over The Garden Gate” is an incredibly quick growing & easy-breezy, this 6’ x 5,’ old-timey cottage killclassic can’t be beat for fast thrills! Tumbling off the ends of many arching, multi-branching stems, its vibrant, brightest-pink, 3”-4” long, bead-like flower clusters bob around in the breeze to provide movement and Sum­mertime fun! Scented and long bloom ing, too. Handsome, large, heart-shaped leaves make it even more garden-worthy. Watch for next year’s volunteers when the weather warms up – you’ll have lots! Rich soil for best show.

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Persicaria orientalis plant

    How to Grow Persicaria orientalis

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink

    • Wildlife

      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Persicaria microcephala 'Red Dragon'

    aka Tovara 'Red Dragon', Red Dragon Fleece Flower, Red Dragon Knotweed

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 1'-4'

    Width: 3'-5'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Persicaria microcephala 'Red Dragon' foliage by Secret Garden Growers
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    Persicaria virginiana 'Painter's Palette'

    aka Persicaria 'Painter's Palette', Polygonum virginianum 'Painters Pallete', Tovara virginiana 'Painter's Palette', Tovara virginiana 'Painters Pallette', Painter's Palette Knotweed, Painter's Palette Variegated Fleece Flower, TOVARA

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 18"-30"

    Width: 18"-24"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Persicaria virginiana 'Painter's Palette' foliage by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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    Polygonum capitatum 'Pink Buttons'

    aka Persicaria capitala, Pink Buttons Smartweed

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    7b-10b

    Size

    Height: 3"

    Width: 12"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • occasional
    Photo of Polygonum capitatum 'Pink Buttons' flower by J.G. in SF
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    Persicaria amplexicaulis 'Firetail'

    aka Bistorta amplexicaulis 'Firetail', Polygonum amplexicaule 'Firetail', Firetail Knotweed, Firetail Mountain Fleece Flower, Firetail Red Fleece Flower

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 2'-4'

    Width: 3'-4'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Persicaria amplexicaulis 'Firetail' flower, foliage by Intrinsic Perennial Gardens
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    Persicaria amplexicaulis Taurus

    Scientific Name: Persicaria amplexicaulis 'Blotau'

    aka Persicaria amplexicaulis 'Taurus', Taurus Red Fleece Flower

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 3'

    Width: 3'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Persicaria amplexicaulis Taurus flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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