Persicaria Species, Halberd-Leaved Tearthumb, Tear-Thumb

Persicariaarifolia

Genus
Persicaria (per-sih-KAR-ee-uh)
Species
arifolia (air-ih-FOH-lee-uh)
Synonym
Polygonum arifolium
Truellum arifolium
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Ponds and Aquatics
Vines and Climbers
Water Requirements
Very high moisture needs; suitable for bogs and water gardens
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

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

Dunkirk, Maryland

Pasadena, Maryland

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Gardener's Notes:

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positive
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neutral
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negative
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