Purple Loosestrife. A clump-forming erect perennial with tall spikes of purple-red to purple-pink flowers from mid-summer to early autumn. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers July to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Lythrum salicaria
A clump-forming erect perennial with tall spikes of purple-red to purple-pink flowers from mid-summer to early autumn.
Additional information
| Generic | Lythrum |
|---|---|
| Species | salicaria |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Purple Loosestrife |
| Flower Colour | purple, red, pink |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 1.2m |
| Family | Lythraceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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