Lythrum virgatum 'Morden's Gleam'

Loosestrife

Lythrum virgatum 'Morden's Gleam' is a seedless, non-invasive Loosestrife. It grows 3-5 feet tall and in July and August bears beautiful tall spikes of star-shaped, rose-pink flowers. Especially attractive along water's edge, 'Morden's Gleam' has stunning color which attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds.

Loosestrife Growing and Maintenance Tips:

This is an ideal plant to place near a water feature as it loves damp areas.

Height:

48-60 Inches

Spread:

18-24 Inches

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 9

Characteristics & Attributes for Lythrum virgatum 'Morden's Gleam'

Exposure

•

Sun

Soil Moisture Preference

•	Average
•	Moist
•	Wet

Attracts Wildlife

•	Hummingbirds
•	Butterflies

Season of Interest (Flowering)

•

Summer

Height

•	> 36 Inches

Attributes

•	Fragrant
•	Specimen
•	Bog
•	Border or Bed
•	Focal Point

Great Companion Plants for Lythrum virgatum 'Morden's Gleam'

Iris, Siberian (Iris sibirica 'Caesar's Brother')

Grass, Maiden (Grass, Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus')

Iris, Siberian (Iris sibirica 'Snow Queen')

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