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Bistorta amplexicaulis 'Inverleith'
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red bistort 'Inverleith'

A compact, clump-forming, semi-evergreen perennial to 1.2m in height with ovate, pointed, leathery, mid-green leaves from spring to autumn.Short, dense spikes of small, narrowly bell-shaped, reddish-pink flowers are borne from midsummer to autumn

Synonyms
Persicaria amplexicaulis 'Inverleith'
Polygonum amplexicaule 'Inverleith'
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Size
Ultimate height
1–1.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
1–1.5 metres
Growing conditions
Clay
Loam
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Poorly–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer Pink Red Green
Autumn Pink Red Green
Winter Green
Position
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

South–facing or North–facing or West–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H7
Botanical details
Family
Polygonaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Semi evergreen
Habit
Clump forming
Genus

A genus of herbaceous, rhizomatous perennials with erect, unbranched stems, bearing short terminal spikes of small, white or pink, bell-shaped flowers

Name status

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Does not like dry soil; will grow best in a bog garden or beside a pond in full sun or partial shade. Will attract bees and other insects. Substantial mounds of foliage steadily increase in size, needing space and careful siting

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring or autumn

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Wildflower meadow
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

Cut back after flowering

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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