Lysimachia vulgaris
Garden Loosestrife
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Garden Loosestrife (Lysimachia vulgaris) - Description
Lysimachia vulgaris (Garden Loosestrife, Yellow Loosestrife or Garden Yellow Loosestrife) is a species of herbaceous perennial plants in the genus Lysimachia native to wetlands, damp meadows and forests of Eurasia. It is a 50–150 cm tall plant with an upright habit, blooming from June through August with erect panicles of conspicuous yellow flowers. L. vulgaris is sometimes considered invasive outside of its native range. In Australia growers have now successfully propagated and started growing the white variety in January in Tasmania.
Garden Loosestrife (Lysimachia vulgaris) - Blooming
Five petaled flowers that are usually yellow or white. Starry to cup or saucer shaped. Blooms are born singly or in racemes or panicles.
Garden Loosestrife (Lysimachia vulgaris) - Growth
Perennials and shrubs. Perennials range from erect, clump forming to creeping ground covers. Leaves are simple. Grows best in full sun or partial shade. High-growing species may require support.
Garden Loosestrife (Lysimachia vulgaris) - Planting
Divide plants in spring or fall or root cuttings in spring or summer. Plants self-sow.
Garden Loosestrife (Lysimachia vulgaris) - Pest
Rust and leaf spot occur sometimes.
Garden Loosestrife (Lysimachia vulgaris) - Interesting facts
Members of this genus can be native to Europe, Asia, North America, and South Africa. Some species are invasive. Even a small portion of their roots, if cut, can grow into an entirely new plant.
Garden Loosestrife (Lysimachia vulgaris) - Soil and irrigation
Rich, well-drained, evenly moist soil. Needs constantly moist soil that does not dry out during the summer. Can grow in bog gardens. Does not tolerate drought.
