An attactive, small shrub for a sunny, well-drained position. Masses of small, white to pinkish flowers are produced in many spikes (racemes) from June to Sept. The fruits mature in October. Twigs are light to dark brown with many joints (hence the common name) and appear scaly. A unique plant for a dry site.
Native Plant Database
Header Photo: Mervin Wallace
American Jointweed
Polygonum americanum
Plant Type: Shrubs
Native Environment: Prairie
Season of Interest: Late (July - frost)
Main Color: Pink / Rose, White
Fall Color:
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Medium Sun/Average Shade
Soil
Moisture
Dry
Nature Attracting
Wildlife Benefit
Cover, Food/Birds, Food/Small Animals
Animal
Resistance
Size
Height:
2 to
4
feet
Spread:
2 to
3
feet
Size
Height: 2 to
4
feet
Spread: 2 to
3
feet
Size
Height: 2 to
4
feet
Spread: 2 to
3
feet
Typical Landscape Use
An interesting, low growing shrub for difficult, dry/sandy areas.
Establishment and Care Instructions
Naturally occurs in well-drained soils, gravel/sandy areas, in full sun to part shade. Requires acid soil.
Special Features
Special Usage
Basic Description
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