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Smartweed, Knotweed

Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon'

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Overview

Persicaria microcephala 'Red Dragon' is a striking ornamental perennial featuring chevron-patterned leaves in shades of burgundy, green, and silver. Mature specimens reach up to 3 feet in height and spread 2 to 4 feet wide. This hardy plant thrives in USDA zones 4-7, preferring partial shade and moist soil. Its tiny, pinkish-white blooms appear in late summer, attracting pollinators. Ideal for adding contrast and color to borders and waterside plantings.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 6–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — The leaves unfurl to a size of approximately 4 to 5 inches long; this variety is prized for its

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
6–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Polygonaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — perennial for full or half; this plant is sure to captivate and impress both the, image 115
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — complimenting both modern and traditional landscape designs; the leaves unfurl to a size of
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — Ideal for adding contrast and color to borders and waterside plantings
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — In late summer to early fall; commonly known as Smartweed or Knotweed, image 57
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — complimenting both modern and traditional landscape designs
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — perennial with white blooms
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — In late summer to early fall
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — inconspicuous white to pale pink flowers that rise in airy clusters above the foliage
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — It's well-suited for USDA hardiness zones 4 to 8; these flowers add a delicate contrast to the
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — commonly known as Smartweed or Knotweed
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — this plant is sure to captivate and impress both the designer and the client; perennial with white
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — inconspicuous white to pale pink flowers that rise in airy clusters above the foliage, image 58
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — Its tiny, pinkish-white blooms appear in late summer, attracting pollinators, image 95
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — white flowers in the garden; is an herbaceous perennial that offers a dramatic, image 67
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — With its adaptability and ornamental qualities; 'Red Dragon' is excellent for adding, image 65
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — This hardy plant thrives in USDA zones 4-7, preferring partial shade and moist soil
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — It's well-suited for USDA hardiness zones 4 to 8; these flowers add a delicate, image 55
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — is an herbaceous perennial that offers a dramatic flourish to any landscape design; or, image 75
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — complimenting both modern and traditional landscape designs; the leaves unfurl to a, image 87
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — perennial with white blooms; though not the main attraction, image 91
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — these flowers add a delicate contrast to the bold leaves.<br><br>As an easy-to-grow plant
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — is an herbaceous perennial that offers a dramatic flourish to any landscape design; or, image 52
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — flourishing in partial shade to full sun and preferring consistently moist; white, image 56
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — It's well-suited for USDA hardiness zones 4 to 8; these flowers add a delicate, image 78
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