Bistort, Pink Bistort

Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba'

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Overview

Persicaria bistorta 'Superba', commonly known as Pink Bistort, is renowned for its striking dense spikes of soft pink flowers, flourishing in late spring to early summer. This herbaceous perennial reaches 2-3 feet in height and width, thriving in zones 4-9. Preferring moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade, it's perfect for borders or water edges. Its low maintenance nature and clump-forming habit make it an appealing choice for varied landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 3–7Climate Temperate

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — commonly known as Pink Bistort

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — The blooms not only embellish the landscape but also attract an array of pollinators

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — consider its clumping habit and seasonal bloom time

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — It serves excellently as a border plant, in waterside plantings, or in cottage gardens

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — flourishing in late spring to early summer

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — contrasting beautifully with its rich green

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — although it thrives best in moist

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones: 3–7

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Polygonaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — This herbaceous perennial reaches 2-3 feet in height and width, thriving in zones 4-9

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — The blooms not only embellish the landscape but also attract an array of pollinators

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — consider its clumping habit and seasonal bloom time

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — It serves excellently as a border plant, in waterside plantings, or in cottage gardens

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — flourishing in late spring to early summer

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — contrasting beautifully with its rich green

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — although it thrives best in moist

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — It can reach a height of 24 to 36 inches, with a spread of 18 to 30 inches, forming a dense clump of

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — adding a dynamic ecological aspect to the garden.<br><br>When integrating Pink Bistort into a landscape

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — Preferring moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade, it's perfect for borders or water

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — is renowned for its striking dense spikes of soft pink flowers

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — Its low maintenance nature and clump-forming habit make it an appealing choice for varied landscapes

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — commonly known as Pink Bistort or Bistort

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — commonly known as Pink Bistort

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — is an herbaceous perennial that is as robust as it is striking

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — with occasional watering during extreme drought and deadheading to encourage a second bloom

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — Its height allows it to provide a middle layer of vegetation

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — nestled between lower-growing groundcovers and taller backdrop species

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — tiered aesthetic to your client's garden

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — white flowers in the garden

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — perennial with white blooms

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — perennial for full or half

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — commonly known as Pink Bistort; this herbaceous perennial reaches 2-3 feet in height and width

Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — commonly known as Pink Bistort or Bistort; is renowned for its striking dense spikes of soft pink

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