Persicaria bistorta subsp. carnea
pink-flowered bistort
A rhizomatous semi-evergreen perennial, to 60cm high in flower, with narrowly ovate green leaves with paler veins and wavy edges. Dense, rounded spikes of small, deep pink flowers are produced from early summer to early autumn
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink | Green | ||
| Autumn | Pink | Green | ||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Polygonaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
A genus of herbaceous, rhizomatous perennials with erect, unbranched stems, bearing short terminal spikes of small, white or pink, bell-shaped flowers
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Caucasus, NE Turkey
How to grow
Cultivation
Prefers moist soil but will tolerate drier conditions. Position in full sun or partial shade
Propagation
Propagate by division in spring or autumn
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
- Ground cover
- Banks and slopes
Pruning
Deadhead faded spikes
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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