Bloody Dock
Bloody Dock
Rumex sanguinea
Rumex sanguinea
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- Beautiful variegated leaves bring color to marsh and pond margins.
- Suitable for permanently wet ground and water features.
- Easy to care for and robust in a variety of conditions.
- Attractive to insects and supports biodiversity.
- Compact size, ideal for small marsh areas and borders.
Rumex sanguinea Bloody Dock is a striking perennial with tall, upright growth and vibrant red-tinted foliage. It makes a bold statement in any garden bed.
Leaves are lance-shaped with red-veined tones, offering season-long color in sun or light shade. It is pollinator-friendly, adding life to the scene.
Plant in well-drained soil for naturalistic borders or wild corners, where its sturdy stems bring structure and texture.
Care and Watering
Bloody Dock thrives in moist, well-drained soil with partial sun to light shade; keep the soil evenly moist and avoid standing water.
Maintenance
Trim back dead leaves in autumn and remove spent stalks; mulching helps retain moisture, and divide clumps every 3–4 years to maintain vigor.
Location
Plant near a water feature or in a damp border; it tolerates sun in cooler climates but prefers some shade in hot regions.
Tips
Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer, keep weeds down, and plant companions like grasses to balance growth.
Rumex sanguinea 'Variegated water sorrel' is a striking aquatic and marsh plant with variegated leaves and graceful red veins that provide color and texture.
The leaves display warm tones from red to cream and create a nice contrast with evergreen leaf parts, with attractive seasonal accents.
Perfect for vibrant combinations within aquatic and marsh plants and garden plant collections.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Density per m2 | 5 a 7 |
| Max height full grown | 60 cm |
| Standing | Part shade, Full sun |
| Properties | Riparian plant zone 1 |
| Flower color | Yellow |
| Leaf color | White, Green |
Delivery costs
| BE € 4,95 | NL € 5,95 |
| DE € 6,95 | FR € 9,95 |
| AT € 14,95 | DK € 16,95 |
| IT € 16,95 | ES € 19,95 |
| SK € 19,95 | CZ € 19,95 |
| SE € 20,95 | IE € 20,95 |
| LU € 20,95 |
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