Kiss Me Over The Garden Gate Seeds - Flower Plant

Kiss me over the garden gate, botanically known as Persicaria orientalis, is a tall, fast-growing annual plant valued for its upright growth and long, arching flower spikes. It develops sturdy stems with broad leaves and produces pendulous clusters of small pink flowers during the warm season. This plant thrives in warm climates and performs best in full sun with well-drained, moderately fertile soil. It is commonly used in borders, background planting, and garden beds, where it establishes readily from seeds and grows vigorously under suitable conditions.

Features

• Tall annual plant with upright, branching growth
• Produces long, drooping clusters of pink flowers
• Suitable for borders and background planting
• Adapted to warm climates and full sun
• Fast-growing and easy to establish from seeds

Specifications

• Scientific name: Persicaria orientalis
• Common name (US): Prince's Feather
• Seed type / variety: Pink flowering variety
• Growth habit: Upright annual herb
• USDA zones: 2-11 (grown as annual)
• Planting season: Spring
• Growing season: Summer to fall
• Sowing Season:
  • Spring: March to May
• Germination time and conditions: 1-3 weeks at 18-25°C
• Sunlight requirements: Full sun
• Soil requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
• Mature plant size: 150-240 cm height, 60-90 cm spread
• Plant spacing: 45-60 cm between plants