Lysimachia Atropurpurea 'Beaujolais' (Loosestrife)

£8.99

Position: full sun or partial shade
Soil: humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil
Rate of growth: average to fast-growing Flowering period: May to September
Hardiness: fully hardy
Striking, burgundy flower spikes on long slender stems flower continuously from May to September. The attractive, crinkled, rosettes of silver-green foliage are an excellent foil for the flowers, which are also highly attractive to butterflies. A versatile plant that spreads slowly and performs best in a moist border in sun or partial shade, or it can be grown in a pot on the patio. It makes an excellent cut flower, too.Garden care: Incorporate lots of organic matter when planting. Do not allow to dry out. Apply a generous 5-7cm mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plants in spring and lift and divide congested colonies.

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