Persicaria amplexicaulis ‘Pink Elephant’
Mountain Fleeceflower |
USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Plant number: 1.406.520
Mountain Fleeceflower is a total workhorse in the garden, providing showy spikes of flowers for weeks on end from midsummer onward. This is the first truly compact selection, with bottlebrush spikes in a pleasing warm shade of pink. Great in in containers, in mid-border and also excellent for cutting. Easy and reliable over a wide range of climates. This is a plant that more gardeners should be growing! An introduction from breeder Chris Ghyselen of Belgium. Sometimes listed as Bistorta amplexicaulis. USPPP: unlicensed propagation prohibited.
Further details for
Persicaria amplexicaulis ‘Pink Elephant’
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 Deep Pink
Blooming Time Mid Summer Late Summer Early Fall Mid Fall
Foliage Color Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Attracts Butterflies Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant Massed Waterside
Flower Head Size Medium
Height 40-45 cm 16-18 inches
Spread 45-60 cm 18-23 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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