Polygonum bistorta

Bistort

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Hardy perennial herb with pink flower spikes, native to Europe and Asia. Grows in moist soil, used for ornamental or medicinal purposes.
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Plant Details

Common Name Bistort
Family Polygonaceae
Genus Polygonum
Species Bistorta
Origin Europe and Asia
Blooming Pink flower spikes emerge in summer.
Leaf Color Green, yellowing before dormancy
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Moisture-retentive, fertile loam or clay soil.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during active growth season.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

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Fertilization

Apply compost in early spring once a year.

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Pruning

Cut back dead foliage after flowering to maintain shape.

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Sawfly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
-4° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
5000 – 80000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
60% – 85%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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