Persicaria affinis (Fleece Flower / Lesser Knotweed)
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This mat-forming, semi-evergreen perennial features spires of tiny, densely packed flowers that open deep rose-red, then fade to pale pink, and finally brown in autumn. The foliage is a mat of deep green elliptic leaves that take on bronze tones in the cooler months. Moderate growth rate.
Blooms mid-summer to mid-fall
0.5-1 ft tall x 1-2 ft spread
HARDY to -40°F (-40°C)
Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
Deer and rabbit resistant
Drought Tolerant
| Zone | Zone 5 |
|---|---|
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Moisture | Low to Moderate Moisture |
