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Persicaria amphibia
A versatile native perennial with two growth forms: aquatic plants float with oval leaves on the water surface; terrestrial plants grow on wet mud with upright lance-shaped leaves. Both forms produce dense spikes of small bright-pink flowers. Important food plant for waterfowl and pollinators.
Quick Facts
Distribution
Province-wide still water & wet shores, Zone 1
Light
Full sun
Bloom Time
June–Sept
Soil
Mud, pond margins
Water
Very high to saturated
Pet Safe— Generally considered safe around pets.
Growing & Cultivation
Propagation
Rhizome division in spring. Stem cuttings root readily.
