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Lythrum - Lythrum virgatum |
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| COMMON NAME - Loosestrife FAMILY NAME - Lythraceae PLANT TYPE - Herbaceous perennial BLOOM PERIOD - July through August BLOOM COLOR - Pink HEIGHT & WIDTH - 3' EXPOSURE - Sun, part shade WATER ZONE- Moderate NATIVE HABITAT - Lythrum virgatum is from Europe & Asia NOTES - Upright plant with branching stems and slightly hairy, lance-shaped, willow-like leaves. Terminal spikes carry whorls of flowers. Plants are tolerant of heat and humidity. Moist, well-drained soil in full sun is preferred. Used for cut flowers. Hardy to Zone 3. |
