Polygonum pensylvanicum

Pennsylvania Smartweed

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Common Name: 

Pennsylvania Smartweed

Plant Type: 

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Foliage color: 

Green

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Maximum temperature: 

30°C

Minimum temperature: 

10°C

Maximum height: 

120 cm

Pennsylvania Smartweed (Polygonum pensylvanicum) - Description

Polygonum pensylvanicum is a species of flowering plant in the buckwheat family, Polygonaceae, that is native to eastern North America. Common names include Pinkweed, Pink Knotweed, Smartweed, and Pennsylvania Smartweed.

Pennsylvania Smartweed (Polygonum pensylvanicum) - Blooming

Small white or pink flowers in open sprays.

Pennsylvania Smartweed (Polygonum pensylvanicum) - Growth

Evergreen or deciduous perennials and vines. Sturdy, sun-loving plants with jointed stems.

Pennsylvania Smartweed (Polygonum pensylvanicum) - Planting

Plant seeds in pots in spring, but provide frost protection. Divide in spring or fall.

Pennsylvania Smartweed (Polygonum pensylvanicum) - Interesting facts

Polygonum is Greek for "many kneed", refered to its jointed stems.

Pennsylvania Smartweed (Polygonum pensylvanicum) - Soil and irrigation

Regular water, depending on the species.

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