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Swamp Smartweed

Polygonumhydropiperoides

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Genus
Polygonum (pol-LIG-go-num)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing

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Hardiness

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Danger
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Bloom Color
Pale Pink
Pink
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Fall/Early Winter
Other Details
Category
Herbs
Perennials
Water Requirements
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Very high moisture needs; suitable for bogs and water gardens
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

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Other details
May be a noxious weed or invasive
Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods

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Seed Collecting

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Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Cole Camp, Missouri

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West Pottsgrove, PA (Zone 6b) | July 2008 | neutral

This is a North Amerian native wetland plant, common in some areas and threatened in others.

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