Smartweed

Water Smartweed (Persicaria amphibia) is a perennial forb native to US states nationwide (such as Minnesota, Wisconsin, Oregon, and New York) that can thrive in USDA Zones 3–9. Reaching a mature height of 1–3 feet with an aquatic or decumbent amphibious growth habit, it features smooth, dark green floating or terrestrial leaves and produces bright pink cylindrical flower spikes. It thrives in shallow water, mud, and lake margins and is ideal for wetland restoration, aquatic habitat creation, and shoreline protection.