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.
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