Bistorta, Dragonwort, Easter Ledges, Meadow Bistort, Snake Weed 'Hohe Tatra'

Like the species, this produces beautiful spikes of soft pink flowers for about 3 weeks in May/June. Blooms are a little deeper in color ...Read Moreand begin a little later than the species, and the leaves are a little narrower. This cultivar is said to rebloom often in September.

This cultivar is exceptional in forming a nonspreading clump. The species is an aggressive spreader.

Like the species, this need consistent moisture. Moisture-retentive soil is best, and some protection from afternoon sun. Tolerates boggy soil. Does poorly in the hot humid summers of the southeastern US.

The Royal Horticultural Society has given this cultivar its prestigious Award of Garden Merit. Named for the High Tatra mountains where it was collected.