Slender bright red bottlebrush flowers atop broad green foliage. Persicaria amplexicaulis, Firetail variety.
Slender bright red bottlebrush flowers atop broad green foliage. Persicaria amplexicaulis, Firetail variety.

Firetail (Persicaria amplexicaulis)

$17.95

Available: July 2026

Commonly grown in the perennial gardens of Europe, this easy care perennial grows quickly to form a large clump of dark green foliage topped with ruby red flower spikes for many weeks. Prefers fertile, moist soils. Moderate to high water needs.

Photo credit: Barnsdale Gardens Co.

This plant decription comes from Stonehouse Nursery.

Available: July 2026

Commonly grown in the perennial gardens of Europe, this easy care perennial grows quickly to form a large clump of dark green foliage topped with ruby red flower spikes for many weeks. Prefers fertile, moist soils. Moderate to high water needs.

Photo credit: Barnsdale Gardens Co.

This plant decription comes from Stonehouse Nursery.

 Key Features

Light Requirement

  • Partial Sun

Growing Zones

  • Zone 4

  • Zone 5

  • Zone 6

  • Zone 7

  • Zone 8

  • Zone 9

Bloom Time

  • Late Summer to Fall

Mature Height

  • 36 to 48 in tall

Mature Spread

  • 24 to 36 in wide

Ships As

  • Potted Plant

Planting & Care

Open the package immediately, keep it protected from the cold, and water each potted plant. If the weather is consistently above freezing, begin planting as soon as possible.

Some of our plants will ship to you as bare roots. Proper care of bare-root plants involves keeping the roots moist until you are ready to plant and storing them in cool conditions if you cannot plant immediately. When ready, plant them carefully to ensure healthy establishment in your garden.

The Best Time to Plant

The best time of year for planting perennials is either in spring after the last frost or in early fall before the first frost, depending on your climate and USDA hardiness zone. If you are planting in summer, aim to plant in the morning or early evening to minimize transplant shock. Water consistently until your plants are established and consider mulching around the roots to reduce the soil temperature. With proper attention and care, perennials can thrive in the longer days of summer and become well established before their winter dormancy period.