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Persicaria microcephala 'Red Dragon'
Vigorous, spreading perennial with lance-shaped, purplish-green leaves with a bold central splash of purple bordered by a silver chevron marking, and rounded clusters of tiny white flowers in late summer and autumn. Best in sun or semi-shade in soil that does not dry out. Frost tolerant.
Genus
Persicaria
Species
microcephala
Cultivar
'Red Dragon'
Common name
Fleeceflower
Family name
Polygonaceae
Place of origin
DETAILS
Height
50 cm
Width
50 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Semi-evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil
Moisture
Prefers even soil moisture / Prefers moist soil
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will tolerate moderate frosts
Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical
Perennials
Category
Small, height up to 0.6 metres.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
Where to buy our plants
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