Himalayan Fleeceflower

Border Jewel is a spreading, low perennial with narrow green foliage and pale pink flower spikes in mid-spring. The selected form is valued as a groundcover, but its vigorous growth calls for thoughtful placement near natural areas. [Chicago Botanic Garden](https://www.chicagobotanic.org/plant-information/plant-finder/persicaria-affinis-border-jewel-border-jewel-himalayan-fleeceflower) ## Growing conditions Grow in full sun or partial shade and use well-drained soil; this plant tolerates soil that dries somewhat between watering but does not tolerate persistently wet conditions. The Chicago Botanic Garden lists hardiness zones 5–8 and describes foliage around 8 inches tall, flower spikes to 12 inches, and a spread near 15 inches. [Chicago Botanic Garden](https://www.chicagobotanic.org/plant-information/plant-finder/persicaria-affinis-border-jewel-border-jewel-himalayan-fleeceflower) ## Landscape use Use Border Jewel as a groundcover or edging plant where its spreading habit can be monitored. Its pink spring flowers add a soft seasonal accent above the foliage. ## Maintenance Watch the edges of the planting and trim or divide as needed to keep the groundcover within its allotted space.