Jumpseed, Virginia Knotweed, Woodland Knotweed, Smartweed

Jumpseed, Virginia Knotweed, Woodland Knotweed, Smartweed Polygonum virginianum (Persicaria virginiana) Part to full shade; moderately wet to moderately dry moisture level; tolerates a range of soils including sandy, loamy, and heavy clay; slightly acidic to slightly alkaline pH. 2-2 ½ feet height, blooms in summer, white flowers. Germination Code: C(60) Native Region: Scattered statewide A combination of white flowers, white seed structures and attractive foliage makes a nice addition in the shade garden. Spreads by both rhizomes and seed, with ability to shoot seed up to 10-13 feet through the air. However, unlike many other members of the Polygonum genus, it is generally not considered invasive or weedy. Under ideal conditions can be an aggressive spreader.  Will tolerate full sun if there is consistent, dependable moisture. Sometimes has a chevron-marking on the leaves (see photo). Cultivars available with pink to red flowers. Occurs naturally in floodplain forests, dry woodlands, rich deciduous forests, and thickets.  Attracts birds, butterflies and bees. flower;sun/shade;wet;loam flower;sun/shade;wet;sand flower;sun/shade;wet;clay flower;sun/shade;medium;loam flower;sun/shade;medium;sand flower;sun/shade;medium;clay flower;sun/shade;dry;loam flower;sun/shade;dry;sand flower;sun/shade;dry;clay flower;shade;wet;loam flower;shade;wet;sand flower;shade;wet;clay flower;shade;medium;loam flower;shade;medium;sand flower;shade;medium;clay flower;shade;dry;loam flower;shade;dry;sand flower;shade;dry;clay

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