Dotted smartweed
Persicaria punctata
Dotted smartweed is a wetland-adapted perennial that thrives in moist to wet soils along pond edges, stream banks, and rain gardens. It performs best in partial shade to full sun with consistently moist or even boggy conditions. Its small pink flower spikes attract pollinators and provide seed for waterfowl and songbirds in autumn.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Keep Soil Consistently Moist; This Species Tolerates Wet Conditions And Benefits From Regular Deep Watering
Soil pH
6 – 8.7
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 9, 2022 by casey manera (cc-by-sa)
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