Overview
Lythrum salicaria 'Firecandle' ('Feuerkerze') is a perennial in the genus Lythrum, part of the Lythraceae family. It typically grows around 1.0 m tall. Lythrum salicaria 'Firecandle' ('Feuerkerze') grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is native to Europe and Asia.
About
Lythrum salicaria 'Firecandle' ('Feuerkerze') is a perennial in the Lythraceae that carries purple flowers and reaches about 1.0 m. It flowers July to September. Plant in full sun in sandy, loamy or clay soils that are moist or wet yet can be well drained. Fully hardy in the UK (H7) and suited to USDA zones 3–10.
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About the genus
Lythrum is a genus of 38 species of flowering plants native to the temperate world. Commonly known as loosestrife, they are among 32 genera of the family Lythraceae.
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In the garden
Lythrum salicaria 'Firecandle' ('Feuerkerze') is a perennial member of the Lythraceae native to Europe and Asia. This cultivar grows to roughly 1.0 m and produces purple flowers over the summer months. The flowering period for the UK runs July to September. Give this loosestrife a sunny position; it tolerates a wide range of soil textures from sandy to clay. Soils should be moist or wet but may be reasonably well drained rather than permanently waterlogged. The plant’s hardiness rating is H7, which means it is fully hardy through UK winters and corresponds broadly to USDA zones 3–10. In the garden it suits damp borders, rain-garden areas and other sites where the soil remains moist for much of the year. Use it where a metre-tall perennial with purple summer flowers fits the scheme. Expect reliable flowering from July to September and a compact habit that keeps the plant within a single-season planting rhythm.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lythrum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Wet
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Lythrum salicaria 'Firecandle' ('Feuerkerze') size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Height
- 1.0 m
- Native to
- Europe, Asia
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lythrum salicaria 'Firecandle' ('Feuerkerze')?
Lythrum salicaria 'Firecandle' ('Feuerkerze') prefers full sun.
What soil does Lythrum salicaria 'Firecandle' ('Feuerkerze') need?
Lythrum salicaria 'Firecandle' ('Feuerkerze') is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to wet.
How big does Lythrum salicaria 'Firecandle' ('Feuerkerze') grow?
Lythrum salicaria 'Firecandle' ('Feuerkerze') reaches a height of 1.0 m.
Is Lythrum salicaria 'Firecandle' ('Feuerkerze') hardy in the UK?
Lythrum salicaria 'Firecandle' ('Feuerkerze') has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
