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
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  • Plant Characteristics

  • Attributes

    • Fall Color
    • Emergent
    • Rain Garden Sun
  • Attracts Wildlife

    • Attracts Butterflies
    • Attracts Pollinators
  • Plant Habit

    • Upright
  • Light Conditions

    • Sun
  • Native Plant Community

    • Wet Prairie
    • Mesis Prairie
    • Wetland
  • Flower Color

    • Pink
  • Flower Hue

    • Light
  • Flower Type

    • Spike
  • Flower Height

    • 24" to 36"
  • Foliage Color

    • Green
  • Leaf Texture

    • Fine
  • Flower Form

    • Single
  • Flower Size

    • 1/2"
  • Soil Moisture

    • Moist
  • Prune Time

    • Jan/Feb/March
  • Growth Rate

    • Average
  • Origin

    • 90 Miles From Mg