Persicaria microcephala 'Red Dragon'
Known as 'Persicaria' or 'Bistort' This particular type is a really unusual herbaceous plant, almost tropical in effect & could be mistaken for a houseplant even though it is totally hardy. Looks equally good at the front of a mixed border, or in amongst a tropical planting scheme. as a partner to Cannas, bamboos & Bananas. They prefer full sun to part shade & tolerant of a wide range of soil types. Very nice trailing in a container too.
This variety has sharply pointed arrow like leaves with striking markings of maroon & green with a light silvery chevron marking, Sprays of tiny cream flowers are held just above the plant May onwards.
Ht 60cm x Sp 50cm
supplied as chunky healthy plants in 9cm pots ready to plant out
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