Persicaria affinis Dimity

Dwarf Fleeceflower

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.406.500

(='Superba') Dwarf Fleeceflower deserves to be grown more in our gardens, for its indestructible habit and attractive appearance. Plants form a spreading mat of deep green, leathery leaves, which turn bronzy-red in the fall. Short spikes of deep-red poker flowers appear throughout the summer, fading to soft pink. Excellent when used as a groundcover in either sun or part shade, especially effective around dwarf conifers. Also nice in the rock garden, or for edging. Drought tolerant once established. Plants are easily divided in early spring.

Further details for
Persicaria affinis Dimity

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade

Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Average or
Moist

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Light Pink
Red

Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer

Foliage Color
Deep Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Ground Cover
  Massed

Flower Head Size
Medium

Height
15-20 cm
6-8 inches

Spread
30-60 cm
12-23 inches

Foot Traffic
Light

Growth Rate
Medium