Bistorta amplexicaulis 'Summer Dance'

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A deciduous, clump-forming perennial with ovate green leaves and upright spikes of rose-pink flowers which appear from summer to autumn

Bistorta amplexicaulis 'Summer Dance'

Scientific classification

Species
Bistorta amplexicaulis 'Summer Dance' (Bistorta amplexicaulis 'Summer Dance')
Genus
Bistorta
Family
Polygonaceae
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Toxicity
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant type
1-1.5 metres
Height
0.5-1 metres
Spread
Deciduous
Foliage
Clump forming
Habit
Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest
Full sun · Partial shade
Sunlight
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Ideal temperature

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Bistorta amplexicaulis 'Summer Dance'

Distribution of Bistorta amplexicaulis 'Summer Dance'

Distribution map

Distribution of the original taxon: Bistorta amplexicaulis
  • Native
  • Introduced
  • Cultivated

Source:WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries:WGSRPD / TDWG

Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of Bistorta amplexicaulis 'Summer Dance'

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Bistorta amplexicaulis 'Summer Dance' care guide

Constant damp soil, thrives with consistent high surrounding humidity
Watering
Full sun · Partial shade
Sunlight
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Ideal temperature

Watering

Constant damp soil, thrives with consistent high surrounding humidity

Fertilizing

Weak liquid plant food every two weeks through warm growing months

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring or autumn

Growing

Grow in moisture-retentive but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade

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Common pests and diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

Generally pest-free but may be susceptible to slugs and snails

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