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Persicaria bistorta 'Superba' is a fantastic choice for the mixed ornamental border, where you can plant it and leave it with minimum fuss. It bears spikes of soft pink flowers over clumps of rich green leaves. Quick to spread, it’s ideal for using as ground cover in sun or partial shade, and its blooms are loved by bees. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit.
Grow Persicaria bistorta 'Superba' in moist but well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Cut back after flowering and divide congested clumps every three years.
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Persicaria ‘Superba’ and wildlife
Persicaria ‘Superba’ is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects, butterflies/moths and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
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Butterflies/Moths
Is known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Persicaria ‘Superba’ poisonous?
Persicaria ‘Superba’ has no toxic effects reported.
