Purple Loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria)
A stunning plant for a medium to large pond or lake. The tall pink blooms can be seen from some distance, it is free flowering over a long period in summer.
Little maintenance is required. Trim to tidy but leave foliage to die back naturally to encourage winter bud formation.
Plant in full sun between 0cm and 5cm deep.
- Flowering period: July to September
- Mature height: 120cm to 180cm
- Growth rate: medium