Does Persicaria like sun or shade?
This clump-forming, vigorous perennial has handsome foliage and quickly makes excellent groundcover in sun or partial shade. While not all perennials need time to look and do their best, this is a common enough phenomenon that there is an actual adage for it The first year they sleep, the second year they creep and the third year they leap! But what does that really mean?Yes! Fall is a great time to plant perennials, or plants that live for several years or more. For some plants, it’s even better than planting in the spring.
Should Persicaria be cut back?
How to care for persicaria. All our persicaria are herbaceous perennials and can be cut back in autumn or spring. Try to avoid doing this too early in autumn, or you may miss out on what can be a vibrant display of late colour from the foliage. Companion planting persicaria pairs beautifully with moisture-loving plants such as astilbes, hostas, and ligularia. For a contrasting look, combine with tall grasses, rudbeckia, or echinacea for bold textures and colours in the garden.Persicaria is a family that warrants careful consideration before planting as it does include some highly invasive species – we have done the checking for you and only offer well behaved types and spreaders that are controllable.Choose a location that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight per day. Soil Quality: Well-draining soil is crucial for persicaria. Amend heavy or compacted soil with organic matter to improve drainage. Spring or Autumn: Plant persicaria in the spring or autumn when the soil is workable, and temperatures are mild.