Gooseneck Loosestrife

Gooseneck Loosestrife (Lysimachia clethroides)

Gooseneck Loosestrife (Lysimachia clethroides) is a vigorous, upright perennial known for its unique, arching white flower spikes and lush green foliage. Ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and naturalized plantings, it adds graceful movement, bold texture, and pollinator-friendly beauty to sunny and partially shaded landscapes.

Distinctive Features

This variety produces long, arching spikes of small, star-shaped white flowers from mid to late summer. The distinctive flower shape, resembling a goose�s neck, creates graceful movement and visual interest. Nectar-rich blooms 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 adapts to various soil types.
• Water: Requires regular watering; thrives in consistently moist conditions.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8.

Ideal Uses

• Borders: Adds graceful, arching structure and bright white blooms.
• Naturalized Gardens: Ideal for filling larger areas with low maintenance beauty.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
• Mass Planting: Creates a cohesive, dramatic display when planted in groups.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially in hot or dry conditions.
• Pruning: Trim back spent blooms to encourage continued flowering and control spread.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring.
• Winter Care: Cut back dead foliage in late fall or early spring.

Why Choose Gooseneck Loosestrife?

• Unique Flower Shape: Arching spikes create graceful movement and visual interest.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Supports bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
• Vigorous Growth: Quickly fills spaces and provides bold texture.
• Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and adaptable to various conditions.

For graceful movement, bold texture, and pollinator-friendly beauty, Gooseneck Loosestrife (Lysimachia clethroides) is an excellent choice for borders, cottage gardens, and naturalized plantings.