knotweed 'Kabouter'
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A mat-forming perennial to about 20cm high, with elliptic to lance-shaped dark green leaves, that turn red-bronze in autumn. From midsummer to mid-autumn, produces flower spikes that open pale pink and mature to deep reddish-pink
Scientific classification
- Species
- knotweed 'Kabouter' (Bistorta affinis 'Kabouter')
- Genus
- Bistorta
- Family
- Polygonaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Matforming
- Habit
- Autumn · Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of knotweed 'Kabouter'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of knotweed 'Kabouter'
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knotweed 'Kabouter' care guide
- Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, especially in dry conditions.
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, especially in dry conditions.
Fertilizing
FertilizingApply a balanced fertilizer monthly during the growing season.
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required but remove spent flowers if necessary and comb out old leaves
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in spring or autumn
Growing
GrowingEasy to grow in any moist soil in full sun or partial shade
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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