Lythrum alatum
Winged Loosestrife
A great wetland plant that has long bloom time and good fall color. Mixes well with other plants; does well in wet soil but will tolerate some dry periods as well. Not invasive
- Height: 24" – 36"
- Width: 18" – 24"
- Soil Conditions: Moist
- Flower Color: Pink
- Bloom Time: July, August, September
- Hardiness Zone: 3 To 9
Plant Characteristics
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Attributes
- Fall Color
- Emergent
- Rain Garden Sun
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Pollinators
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Plant Habit
- Upright
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Light Conditions
- Sun
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Native Plant Community
- Wet Prairie
- Mesis Prairie
- Wetland
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Flower Color
- Pink
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Flower Hue
- Light
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Flower Type
- Spike
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Flower Height
- 24" to 36"
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Fine
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Flower Form
- Single
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Flower Size
- 1/2"
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Soil Moisture
- Moist
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Prune Time
- Jan/Feb/March
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Growth Rate
- Average
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Origin
- 90 Miles From Mg