| Common Name | Purple Loosestrife |
| Family | Lythraceae |
| Genus | Lythrum |
| Species | Virgatum |
| Origin | Eurasia |
| Blooming | Summer to Autumn |
| Leaf Color | Green with reddish-purple stems |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Heavy clay or loam, saturated moisture tolerant; tolerates standing water well.
Constant wet soil or shallow standing water required; drought intolerant.
Full sun essential for vibrant color and flowering structure; shade causes legginess.
Low nutrient requirements; avoid rich soils to prevent weak stems.
Cut back hard to ground level in late winter before new growth emerges.
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