Lysimachia punctata
Garden Loosestrife, Variegated Loosestrife, Yellow Loosestrife
Type Perennial
Hardy range 5A to 9A
Height 16" to 19" / 40cm to 50cm
Spread 10" to 12" / 25cm to 30cm
Growth rate Average
Form Upright or erect
Exposure Partial shade or partial sun to full sun
Persistence Deciduous
This plant has attractive foliage.
Culture Notes
This plant can be invasive if it is planted in a moist area. It is found in the wild, growing in marshes, on river banks and in shallow water ditches. The foliage of 'Alexander' has a pink tinge to it at first; as the plant matures, its variegated golden foliage becomes impressive. It holds its color throughout the season. Its stunning yellow blossoms emerge in late June along its upright growth. 'Alexander' does not spread as rapidly as other members of this species. Asexual propagation of 'Alexander' (Patent #10,598) is prohibited.
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Hardy range 5A to 9A
Height 16" to 19" / 40cm to 50cm
Spread 10" to 12" / 25cm to 30cm
Growth rate Average
Form Upright or erect
Exposure Partial shade or partial sun to full sun
Persistence Deciduous
Bloom Color Yellow
Bloom Time Summer
The flowers are suitable for cut flowers.
Environment
This plant tolerates occasional wetness.
This plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy or sandy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.
Leaf Color Green, pink, variegated and yellowThis plant tolerates occasional wetness.
This plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy or sandy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.
This plant has attractive foliage.
Culture Notes
This plant can be invasive if it is planted in a moist area. It is found in the wild, growing in marshes, on river banks and in shallow water ditches. The foliage of 'Alexander' has a pink tinge to it at first; as the plant matures, its variegated golden foliage becomes impressive. It holds its color throughout the season. Its stunning yellow blossoms emerge in late June along its upright growth. 'Alexander' does not spread as rapidly as other members of this species. Asexual propagation of 'Alexander' (Patent #10,598) is prohibited.
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