Lance-Leaved Loostrife
Lysimachia Lanceolata
Overview
Lysimachia lanceolata, or Lance-leaved Loosestrife, is a vibrant perennial with lance-shaped, whorled leaves reaching up to 4 inches long. In summer, it boasts yellow, star-shaped flowers atop stems that grow up to 2 feet tall. This low-maintenance, North American native thrives in USDA zones 4-8, prefers full sun to partial shade, and adapts to moist, well-drained soils. Ideal for naturalistic settings and rain gardens.
Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–8Type WildflowerClimate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 4–8
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 1–2 Ft.
- Mature width
- 1–2 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Wildflower
- Family
- Primulaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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