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Bistorta, Himalayan Fleece Flower, Himalayan Knotweed 'Superba'

Bistortaaffinis

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Genus

Bistorta (bis-TOR-tuh)

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Species

affinis (uh-FEE-niss)

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Synonym

Persicaria affinis

Sun Exposure

Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

Provides Winter Interest

This plant is resistant to deer

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Height

6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

12-18 in. (30-45 cm)

Spacing

10-12 ft. (3-3.6 m)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)

USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F)

USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)

USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)

Danger

N/A

Bloom Color

Pink

Rose/Mauve

White/Near White

Bloom Time

Late Summer/Early Fall

Other Details

Gardener's Notes:

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positive

neutral

negative

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