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Fallopia japonica 'Crimson Beauty'

Also Known As

  • Polygonum cuspidatum 'Crimson Beauty'
  • Crimson Beauty Clumping Mexican Bamboo
  • Crimson Mexican Bamboo
  • False Bamboo

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 5'-7'
  • W: 5'-7'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Fallopia japonica 'Crimson Beauty' plant details

Fallopia japonica 'Crimson Beauty' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer red and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fallopia japonica 'Crimson Beauty'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: polygonaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT - 7 FT - wide, 5 FT - 7 FT - tall
Flowers: red and white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: clumping, fall color, rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fallopia japonica 'Crimson Beauty'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

AWESOME upright clump to 7' tall of bamboo-like stems that burst forth with dazzling tassels August > November….first white, then crimson, then back to white! Fabulous for fall color – this is a clumper and NOT a runner! A grand perennial and really cool specimen – sun to part shade, most soils, average water – Rare and choice!

Gardening facts about Fallopia japonica 'Crimson Beauty' plant

How to Grow Fallopia japonica 'Crimson Beauty'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • red
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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