Beaujolais Loosestrife

Beaujolais Loosestrife (Lysimachia atropurpurea 'Beaujolais')

Beaujolais Loosestrife (Lysimachia atropurpurea 'Beaujolais') is an upright, clump-forming perennial known for its deep burgundy-purple flower spikes and silver-green foliage. Ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator plantings, it adds dramatic color, vertical interest, and pollinator-friendly beauty to sunny landscapes.

Distinctive Features

This variety produces slender, upright spikes of rich burgundy-purple flowers from early to midsummer. The striking blooms contrast beautifully with its soft, silver-green foliage. Nectar-rich flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, enhancing biodiversity and supporting pollinator health.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade.
• Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil but is adaptable to various soil types.
• Water: Requires moderate watering; keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8.

Ideal Uses

• Borders: Adds dramatic vertical interest and rich color.
• Cottage Gardens: Ideal for informal, naturalistic plantings.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
• Cut Flower Gardens: Excellent for floral arrangements.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but avoid overwatering.
• Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring.
• Winter Care: Cut back spent foliage in late fall or early spring.

Why Choose Beaujolais Loosestrife?

• Rich Burgundy Blooms: Adds dramatic, eye-catching color to the garden.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Supports bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
• Vertical Interest: Ideal for adding height to borders and beds.
• Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and adaptable to various conditions.

For bold color, vertical interest, and pollinator-friendly beauty, Beaujolais Loosestrife (Lysimachia atropurpurea 'Beaujolais') is an excellent choice for borders, cottage gardens, and floral arrangements.