Kiss-Me-Over-The-Garden-Gate Seeds

Kiss-Me-Over-The-Garden-Gate (Polygonum orientale) is a tall, elegant annual known for its cascading clusters of pink blossoms and lush green foliage. This classic heirloom plant adds vertical beauty to gardens, borders, and cottage landscapes. It thrives in warm weather and attracts butterflies and pollinators, making it an excellent choice for eco-friendly gardeners.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Type: Annual ornamental plant

• Variety Name: Polygonum orientale

• Growth Habit: Tall and upright with arching flower spikes

• Height: Grows up to 5–7 feet tall

• Blooming Period: Mid-summer to early fall

• Flower Color: Rosy pink

• Maturity: 80–100 days from sowing

• Growing Season: Warm season

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–10 (grown as an annual in most regions)

• Sowing Months:

  • Zones 3–6: April–June

  • Zones 7–10: March–May

• Light Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Needs: Well-drained, fertile soil

• Watering: Moderate, prefers consistent moisture

• Uses: Garden borders, decorative beds, pollinator-friendly gardens