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Persicaria microcephala 'Red Dragon' (PBR)

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Persicaria microcephala 'Red Dragon' (PBR)

Stunning foliage with upright stems of lance-shaped red-green leaves, with paler chevron markings. Best leaf colour in full sun. Up to 90cm.

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Description

Stunning foliage with upright stems of lance-shaped purple-green leaves, with paler chevron markings. Has tiny white flowers in late summer, but grown for its foliage effect. Has the best leaf colour in full sun. Up to 90cm.

At A Glance

Common Name Knotweed 'Red Dragon'
Type Hardy Perennial
Height 60cm to 90cm
Colour purple
Spread Rate fast
Flowering late summer,mid summer
Soil Type moist,normal,drained
Aspect part-shade,sun
Pollination Attractive to pollinators

Sue's Notes

Always being asked about in the garden, a stand out plant. Looks great in a tropical border. Can be cut back during the season to manage the size, if need be.