Bistorta officinalis 'Superba'
red bistort 'Superba' ( syn. Persicaria bistorta 'Superba' )
Dense spikes of soft pink flowers rise from midsummer to early autumn above semi-evergreen, deeply veined, mid-green leaves. This clump-forming, vigorous...
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Plant description
Dense spikes of soft pink flowers rise from midsummer to early autumn above semi-evergreen, deeply veined, mid-green leaves.
This clump-forming, vigorous perennial has handsome foliage and quickly makes dense groundcover in sun or partial shade. Plant Bistorta officinalis 'Superba' in bold swathes to add vertical interest in the border right through till mid autumn, and give it plenty of space.
Persicaria does not like dry soil, so performs best in a bog garden or beside a pond. Bees and other insects love it too!
This clump-forming, vigorous perennial has handsome foliage and quickly makes dense groundcover in sun or partial shade. Plant Bistorta officinalis 'Superba' in bold swathes to add vertical interest in the border right through till mid autumn, and give it plenty of space.
Persicaria does not like dry soil, so performs best in a bog garden or beside a pond. Bees and other insects love it too!
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Bistorta officinalis Superba:
Incorporate a generous amount of composted organic matter or well-rotted manure into the backfill during planting. Once established, lift and divide congested clumps in spring or autumn. Cut back after it has finished flowering, or wait until late winter or early spring. Apply a mulch of composted organic matter every year.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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