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Persicaria affinis 'Donald Lowndes'

Also Known As

  • Persicaria affinis 'Donald Lownes'

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 10"-12"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Persicaria affinis 'Donald Lowndes' plant details

Persicaria affinis 'Donald Lowndes' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Persicaria affinis 'Donald Lowndes'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: polygonaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 10 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cutting garden, easy-to-grow, rock garden, spreading

GROWING CONDITIONS for Persicaria affinis 'Donald Lowndes'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A low growing spreader, 10-12" tall in bloom, with pokers of pink flowers in late summer and early autumn. Flowers age to shades of brick-orange. Grow in full sun in or partial shade in well drained soil.

Gardening facts about Persicaria affinis 'Donald Lowndes' plant

How to Grow Persicaria affinis 'Donald Lowndes'

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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