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Water Smartweed, Dotted Smartweed

Polygonumpunctatum

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Polygonum punctatum by kennedyh
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Genus
Polygonum (pol-LIG-go-num)
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Species
punctatum (punk-TAH-tum)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Herbaceous
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing

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Hardiness

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Danger

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Bloom Color
Pale Green
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Perennials
Ponds and Aquatics
Water Requirements
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Very high moisture needs; suitable for bogs and water gardens
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

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Other details
May be a noxious weed or invasive
Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods

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Seed Collecting

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Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Bartow, Florida

Jacksonville, Florida

Lutz, Florida

Oldsmar, Florida

Benton, Kentucky

Beaumont, Texas

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