Overview
Lysimachia punctata 'Alexander' is a bushy, spreading perennial in the genus Lysimachia, part of the Primulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows 0.4 m wide. Lysimachia punctata 'Alexander' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include bog gardens, pond margins, cottage gardens and ground cover.
About
Lysimachia punctata, the dotted loosestrife, large yellow loosestrife, circle flower, or spotted loosestrife, is a flowering plant species in the family Primulaceae.
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About the genus
Lysimachia is a genus consisting of 182 accepted species of flowering plants traditionally classified in the family Primulaceae. Based on a molecular phylogenetic study it was transferred to the family Myrsinaceae, before this family was later merged into the Primulaceae.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lysimachia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Wet
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Lysimachia punctata 'Alexander' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy, Spreading
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Spread
- 0.4 m
- Suggested uses
- Bog gardens, Pond margins, Cottage gardens, Ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lysimachia punctata 'Alexander'
- Propagation
- Division, Seed
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lysimachia punctata 'Alexander'?
Lysimachia punctata 'Alexander' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Lysimachia punctata 'Alexander' need?
Lysimachia punctata 'Alexander' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to wet.
How big does Lysimachia punctata 'Alexander' grow?
Lysimachia punctata 'Alexander' reaches a spread of 0.4 m.
Is Lysimachia punctata 'Alexander' hardy in the UK?
Lysimachia punctata 'Alexander' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Lysimachia punctata 'Alexander'?
Division, Seed.
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More in the Lysimachia genus
- Lysimachia atropurpurea 'Beaujolais'
- Lysimachia ciliatafringed loosestrife
- Lysimachia punctatadotted loosestrife
- Lysimachia ephemrum
- Lysimachia leschenaultiicarmine-flowered loosestrife