Persicaria amplexicaulis 'Glowing Reviews' PPAF CPBRAF

Persicaria 'Glowing Reviews' Mountain Fleece

Common Name: Mountain Fleece

'Glowing Reviews' is a standout fall-blooming perennial that brings vibrant color and pollinator activity to the late-season garden. Vibrant cerise-red flowers emerge from dark red buds, creating a striking contrast. Golden chartreuse foliage holds up without burning in full sun, adding brightness and texture. 'Glowing Reviews' is early blooming for Persicaria, extending the season of interest. A vigorous growth habit makes this variety a robust and reliable performer.

Compared to the industry standard 'Golden Arrows', 'Glowing Reviews' blooms earlier and grows more vigorously, offering gardeners a superior choice for fall interest and pollinator support.

Also known as Bistorta amplexicaulis 'Glowing Reviews'.

Height:

16.0-20.0 Inches

Spread:

28.0-32.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

4,5,6,7

Flower Color:

Red shades

Foliage Color:

Yellow shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs Consistent Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Early Fall

Critter Resistant:

Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant

Seasonal Interest:

Fall Color

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container Cottage Eclectic

Other Features:

Border Plant Cut Flower Attractive Foliage

Origin:

Not Native to North America

Best in full sun and well-drained soils; tolerates clay. Prefers regular watering in dry spells to stay lush. Generally long-lived once established.

Characteristics