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Polygonum capitatum

Also Known As

  • Persicaria capitatum
  • Magic Carpet

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 18"

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

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Polygonum capitatum plant details

Polygonum capitatum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Polygonum capitatum

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: polygonaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Polygonum capitatum

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pink bloom, spring/summer.

Gardening facts about Polygonum capitatum plant

How to Grow Polygonum capitatum

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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