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American Bistort, Western Bistort, Smokeweed

Polygonumbistortoides

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Polygonum bistortoides by kennedyh
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Genus
Polygonum (pol-LIG-go-num)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Foliage

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Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
Hardiness

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Danger

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Bloom Color
Pale Pink
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
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Category
Perennials
Water Requirements

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Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods

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Seed Collecting
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional
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