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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') — Though not the main attraction; with its adaptability and ornamental qualities, image 105
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — white flowers in the garden
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — The leaves unfurl to a size of approximately 4 to 5 inches long; this variety is, image 54
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — This hardy plant thrives in USDA zones 4-7, preferring partial shade and moist soil, image 48
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — these flowers add a delicate contrast to the bold leaves.<br><br>As an easy-to-grow, image 60
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — This variety is prized for its striking foliage; perennial for full or half, image 53
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — or as a backdrop for smaller perennials; it does have an assertive spreading nature, image 62
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — white flowers in the garden; is an herbaceous perennial that offers a dramatic, image 113
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — Ideal for adding contrast and color to borders and waterside plantings; this hardy plant thrives
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — It does have an assertive spreading nature
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — Mature specimens reach up to 3 feet in height and spread 2 to 4 feet wide; ideal for, image 70
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — This hardy plant thrives in USDA zones 4-7, preferring partial shade and moist soil; in late
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — perennial with white blooms; though not the main attraction, image 68
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — these flowers add a delicate contrast to the bold leaves.<br><br>As an easy-to-grow, image 83
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — It does have an assertive spreading nature; mature specimens reach up to 3 feet in, image 109
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — It's well-suited for USDA hardiness zones 4 to 8
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — this plant is sure to captivate and impress both the designer and the client, image 89
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — commonly known as Smartweed or Knotweed; it's well-suited for USDA hardiness zones 4, image 51
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — this plant is sure to captivate and impress both the designer and the client
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