Persicaria microcephala 'Red Dragon' PP 12,062 (Red Dragon Fleece Flower)

SunZone: 5-9, at least 36" tall Origin: China

From plantsman Greg Speichert comes this fabulous perennial, which emerges in spring with dark burgundy-red stems that form a 3-4' tall x 4-5' wide plant. Each stem is lined with exquisite, tricolor, chevron-patterned leaves of purple, silver, and green. From midsummer through fall, the tips of the plant are covered in tiny, white baby's-breath-like flowers. P. 'Red Dragon' is great in the perennial border as well as in a mixed container planting. In climates with hot nights, the intensity of the leaf coloration will not be as dramatic. P. 'Red Dragon' is not a runner, but tips that touch the ground may root down if the soil is moist. Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml)