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Polygonum capitatum 'Pink Buttons'
Also Known As
- Persicaria capitala
- Pink Buttons Smartweed
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 7b-10b
Polygonum capitatum 'Pink Buttons' plant details
Polygonum capitatum 'Pink Buttons' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with bronze, green and variegated foliage. In fall pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Polygonum capitatum 'Pink Buttons'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: polygonaceae
- Foliage: deciduous bronze, green and variegated
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 3 IN tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in fall
- Uses: container plant, edging plant, medicinal, potentially invasive, rock garden, unique
GROWING CONDITIONS for Polygonum capitatum 'Pink Buttons'
- USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Polygonum capitatum 'Pink Buttons' plant
How to Grow Polygonum capitatum 'Pink Buttons'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- bronze
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 5'-7'
- sun - mostly shade
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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