Persicaria 'Lance Corporal'

Grown as much for its striking foliage as its flowers, this distinctive perennial forms an attractive clump of olive-green leaves adorned with dramatic burgundy markings. In late summer and autumn, slender stems rise above the foliage carrying airy sprays of tiny soft pink flowers that seem to hover like a delicate cloud over the plant.

The combination of colourful foliage and graceful blooms adds texture, movement and season-long interest to borders, woodland gardens and naturalistic plantings. Its relaxed habit blends beautifully with ferns, grasses and other shade-tolerant perennials, creating a soft and harmonious effect.

Thriving in full sun to semi shade, it performs best in fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil. Reliable and easy to grow, it provides valuable late-season colour while attracting pollinators to the garden.

Growing approximately 50-80cm tall and 30-90cm wide, it forms an attractive spreading clump that enhances both contemporary and traditional garden designs. Its unique foliage, delicate flowers and effortless garden performance make it a rewarding choice for adding interest from spring through autumn.