Plant Type: Groundcovers
Climate Zones: Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7
Light Levels: Full Sun, Part Shade
Water Needs: Regular
Maintenance Needs: Low
Season of Interest: Fall, Summer
Average Height: 12-18"
Soil Type: Moist Tolerant
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil Drainage: Moist
Attract Wildlife: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies
Native Plants: Northeastern U.S. Native
Colors: Yellow
Other: Nice Fall Foliage, Pollinator Attracting
Lysimachia purpurea, commonly known as Purple Loosestrife, is a low-maintenance groundcover that reaches 12-18″ tall and produces eye-catching spikes of yellow flowers throughout the summer. Ideal for moist areas in gardens, it also attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.