About
Lythrum virgatum, the wand loosestrife, is a free-flowering, bushy, herbaceous perennial with slender, branching stems and narrow leaves, producing masses of small, bright-pink flowers along the stem length in summer. A graceful and ornamental loosestrife for a moist border or pond margin.
About the genus
Lythrum, the loosestrifes, are annuals or herbaceous perennials with simple, opposite leaves and small, star-shaped, pink or purple flowers in leafy racemes in summer. Popular ornamental plants for moist borders and pond margins.
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant out after last frost in fertile, well-drained soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly to prolong flowering.
PropagationGrow from seed sown in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.