Himalayan Border Jewel
Himalayan border jewel is a groundcover plant grown for its easy-care nature and red fall color. During the summer, the leaves are medium green with red tips and margins. The semi-evergreen plant is spreads through underground stems with a slight tendency to mound.
In late summer, clusters of very tiny, pink flowers bloom over a long period on a slender raised stalk. The leaves turn a spectacular red that persists into early winter.
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Himalayan Border Jewel
Himalayan border jewel is a groundcover plant grown for its easy-care nature and red fall color. During the summer, the leaves are medium green with red tips and margins. The semi-evergreen plant is spreads through underground stems with a slight tendency to mound.
In late summer, clusters of very tiny, pink flowers bloom over a long period on a slender raised stalk. The leaves turn a spectacular red that persists into early winter.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Persicaria affinis 'Border Jewel'
Pronunciation
per-sih-KAR-ee-uh uh-FEE-niss
Mature Height
6 to 8 in.
Mature Spread
12 to 18 in.
Water usage
Water Usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
pink
Bloom time
July through September
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
Himalayas
Light Requirements
sun, part shade
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 4-8
Elevation Limit
hardy to 8,000 ft.
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