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Persicaria microcephala Chocolate Dragon

Fleece Flower (Knotweed): Patent PP17325, COPF

The arching, purple branches showcase the dark chocolate-purple foliage, highlighted with a silver chevron pattern in the centre of each leaf. Clusters of small, baby's-breath-like flowers are held above the foliage.

  • »  AKA Polygonum microcephala 'Chocolate Dragon'
  • »  Clumps of tiny, white flowers rest on the foliage
  • »  Lance-shaped leaves emerge a bronze-purple
  • »  Mature leaves have a chocolate-brown centre surrounded by a silver chevron
  • »  Grown primarily for foliage interest
  • »  Bloom Time: August to September

1gal
$21.88
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:45-50 cm
  • Spread:80-90 cm
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
Attributes
• Fall Color
Flowering Time
• Fall
Habit
• Clumping
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Bronze
• Purple
• Silver
• Variegated
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Persicaria microcephala 'Chocolate Dragon'

Plant in full sun in a moisture retentive (soil should be consistently moist), organically rich soil. Use for edging border fronts, in rock gardens or as a ground cover. It can also be grown in light shade. Plants are easily divided in early spring.