Lysimachia

(Primulaceae - primrose family family)

About 165 species of mostly annual or perennial herbs. Several species are cultivated as ornamentals.

ciliata

peren • 3-4' • zones 3-8

fringed loosestrife

native, ground cover, moist - wet, sun - shade
N Amer

Yellow flowers frac34 - 1" across, appear in summer on the upright stems. Spreads moderately fast, but does not tend to form large patches. Uncommonly effective at holding its ground and resisting invasion by other plants. This ability makes it a good choice where a low-maintenance, tall ground cover is desired. Very adaptable in its cultural requirements. Good in meadow plantings.

cat # 3Z1E
$7.95 each / 3-9, $7.50 ea / 10+, $6.95 ea

punctata

peren • 2-4' • zones 3-8

whorled loosestrife

sun - part shade
e and cent N Amer

The clusters of bright yellow, red-centered flowers appear above the upright stems over a long period in summer. Capable of spreading quickly. Tolerant of wet soil; good in moist meadows or waterside plantings.

cat # 3Z1R
$7.95 each

quadrifolia

peren • 1-2' • zones 3-8

whorled loosestrife

native, dry - moist, sun - shade
e and cent N Amer

cat # 3Z1T
$7.95 each

terrestris

peren • 1½-2½' • zones 3-8

swamp candles

native, moist - wet, sun - part shade
e and cent N Amer

cat # 3Z1W
$7.95 each