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Fallopia japonica 'Freckles'
Also Known As
- Polygonum cuspidatum 'Freckles'
- Freckles Mexican Bamboo
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 5'-6'
- W: 5'-6'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Fallopia japonica 'Freckles' plant details
Fallopia japonica 'Freckles' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, variegated and white 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 'Freckles'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: polygonaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
- Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: red and white blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: clumping, spotted leaves
GROWING CONDITIONS for Fallopia japonica 'Freckles'
- 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
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Gardening facts about Fallopia japonica 'Freckles' plant
How to Grow Fallopia japonica 'Freckles'
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
- variegated
- white
- green
Flower Color
- white
- red
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Fallopia for your garden
aka Bilderdykia aubertii 'Lemon Lace', Bilderdykia baldschuanica 'Lemon Lace', Fallopia aubertii 'Lemon Lace', Polygonum aubertii 'Lemon Lace', Polygonum baldschuanica 'Lemon Lace', Lemon Lace Mile-a-minute Vine, Lemon Lace Russian Vine, Silver Lace Vine, Silver Vine, Silverlace Vine
Plant Type
Perennial, Vine
Zones
6a-9a
Size
Height: 15'-30'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Fallopia x bohemica 'Spectabilis', Polygonum cuspidatum 'Spectabile', False Mexican Bamboo, Variegated Japanese Knotweed
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'
- sun - shade
- even moisture - occasional
aka Fallopia japonica 'Variegata', Fallopia japonica 'Variegatum', Pleuropterus cuspidatus, Polygonum cuspidatum 'Variegatum', Polygonum cuspidatum var. compactum, Polygonum japonicum tricolor, Polygonum zuccarinii, Japanese Knot Weed., Variegated Fleece Flower
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 5'-6'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun - shade
- regular - low
aka Bilderdykia baldschuanica, Polygonum aubertii, Reynoutria baldschuanica, Bukhara Fleeceflower, Fleece Vine, Mile-a-minute Plant, Pink Fleece Vine, Russian Vine
Plant Type
Perennial, Vine
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 1'-35'
Width: 2'-35'
- sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Persicaria multiflorum, Polygonum multiflorum, Reynoutria multiflora, Fleece Flower
Plant Type
Perennial, Vine
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 10'-12'
Width: 3'-12'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
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