Persicaria Affinis
Persicaria Affinis. A mat-forming evergreen perennial with dark green leaves turning red in autumn and spikes of bright rose-red coloured flowers. Max Height 25cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers July to October. Good for ground cover or used in a border.
Plant in moist soil. Full sun / Partial shade, Hardy.
General Herbaceous & Perennial Planting and care
- Water the pot thoroughly and allow to drain fully.
- Dig a hole twice the size of the pot being planted and fork over the base. Adding some planting compost.
- Remove the pot gently, if well rooted cut off the pot.
- Ensure that the top of the Root ball is level with the surrounding soil.
- Replace the remaining soil and heel in, water the area thoroughly.
- Water regular until established.
- Apply some general fertiliser every spring.
