{"product_id":"persicaria-darjeeling-red-2-litre-pot","title":"Persicaria Darjeeling Red 2 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"ewwkyl\" data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"395\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"301\" data-end=\"395\"\u003ePersicaria amplexicaulis ‘Darjeeling Red’ – Elegant Red Flower Spikes for Months of Colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"706\"\u003ePersicaria amplexicaulis ‘Darjeeling Red’ is a superb long-flowering perennial, producing graceful spikes of rich crimson-red flowers from midsummer right through to the first frosts. Its extended flowering season and reliable garden performance make it one of the most valuable plants for late-season colour.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003eThe slender flower spikes rise above attractive clumps of fresh green foliage, creating movement and vertical interest without overwhelming neighbouring plants. The rich red blooms provide a striking contrast against grasses and softer-coloured perennials, bringing warmth and vibrancy to the border.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003eUnlike some larger persicarias, ‘Darjeeling Red’ maintains a neat clump-forming habit, making it suitable for mixed borders, prairie-style planting, and wildlife-friendly gardens. The flowers are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects, helping to support biodiversity throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eThriving in full sun or partial shade, it prefers fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil and performs particularly well in areas that remain reasonably moist during summer. Once established, it is hardy, reliable, and remarkably easy to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003eIts long flowering period and graceful appearance make it invaluable for extending garden colour well into autumn when many other perennials have finished.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003eElegant, floriferous, and highly versatile, Persicaria ‘Darjeeling Red’ is an excellent choice for adding rich colour and movement to the late summer garden.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003e \u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1m1v50\" data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003eSeasonal Beauty \u0026amp; Growth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch3 data-section-id=\"kgb7rr\" data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1956\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"1956\"\u003eSpring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"2007\"\u003eFresh green foliage emerges to form strong clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 data-section-id=\"nsdb2v\" data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2023\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2013\" data-end=\"2023\"\u003eSummer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003eThe first rich red flower spikes begin to appear.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 data-section-id=\"lxfr74\" data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2079\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003eAutumn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003eContinuous flowering provides colour until the first frosts.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1scsrhx\" data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2156\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003eWinter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2167\" data-end=\"2225\"\u003eThe plant dies back before returning vigorously in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003e \u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1eebto6\" data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2276\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2276\"\u003eWhy Grow Persicaria 'Darjeeling Red'?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2278\" data-end=\"2492\"\u003e✔ Rich crimson-red flower spikes\u003cbr data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2313\"\u003e✔ Exceptionally long flowering season\u003cbr data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003e✔ Excellent for bees and pollinators\u003cbr data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2392\"\u003e✔ Adds height and movement to borders\u003cbr data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2432\"\u003e✔ Reliable and easy to grow\u003cbr data-start=\"2459\" data-end=\"2462\"\u003e✔ Ideal for late-season colour\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2494\" data-end=\"2497\"\u003e \u003ch2 data-section-id=\"rtzfbh\" data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2517\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2517\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2657\"\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"6sxpo\" data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2544\"\u003eMixed perennial borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"cu5kg1\" data-start=\"2545\" data-end=\"2569\"\u003ePrairie-style planting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"5fn1fz\" data-start=\"2570\" data-end=\"2587\"\u003eCottage gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"1mhji8q\" data-start=\"2588\" data-end=\"2615\"\u003eWildlife-friendly gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"1c7lhej\" data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2631\"\u003eMoist borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"rkxe3x\" data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2657\"\u003eNaturalistic landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2659\" data-end=\"2662\"\u003e \u003ch2 data-section-id=\"tv5n4b\" data-start=\"2664\" data-end=\"2692\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2667\" data-end=\"2692\"\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2694\" data-end=\"2734\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2694\" data-end=\"2707\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun or partial shade.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2736\" data-end=\"2793\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2736\" data-end=\"2745\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2840\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2809\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully hardy throughout the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2842\" data-end=\"2907\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2842\" data-end=\"2855\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep reasonably moist during prolonged dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2909\" data-end=\"2972\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2909\" data-end=\"2921\"\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut back old stems in late winter or early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2974\" data-end=\"3045\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2974\" data-end=\"2992\"\u003eUltimate Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"3007\" data-end=\"3018\"\u003e60–90cm\u003c\/strong\u003e tall and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3028\" data-end=\"3039\"\u003e50–70cm\u003c\/strong\u003e wide.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"3047\" data-end=\"3050\"\u003e \u003ch2 data-section-id=\"czrjq\" data-start=\"3052\" data-end=\"3075\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3055\" data-end=\"3075\"\u003eLooks Great With\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"3077\" data-end=\"3221\"\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"14wpztj\" data-start=\"3077\" data-end=\"3108\"\u003eCalamagrostis ‘Karl Foerster’\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"v4cw4z\" data-start=\"3109\" data-end=\"3132\"\u003eDeschampsia cespitosa\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"1pcjbr9\" data-start=\"3133\" data-end=\"3154\"\u003eEchinacea varieties\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"1slz1ma\" data-start=\"3155\" data-end=\"3175\"\u003eSalvia ‘Caradonna’\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"1k18mxs\" data-start=\"3176\" data-end=\"3199\"\u003eRudbeckia ‘Goldsturm’\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"62fv6i\" data-start=\"3200\" data-end=\"3221\"\u003eVerbena bonariensis\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"3223\" data-end=\"3413\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003ePersicaria ‘Darjeeling Red’ is an outstanding perennial for extending colour into autumn, combining elegant red flower spikes, excellent pollinator appeal, and effortless garden performance\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56917676032326,"sku":"172834","price":4.65,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/persicaria-darjeeling-red-2-litre-pot","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}