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red bistort 'Inverleith'
Bistortaamplexicaulis 'Inverleith'
Genus
Bistorta
Family
Polygonaceae
About this plant
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
Growing Information
Height
1-1.5 Metres
Spread
1-1.5 Metres
Care Guide
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