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Lythrum virgatum 'Dropmore Purple'

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Lythrum virgatum 'Dropmore Purple'

Upright spikes of purple-pink flowers in the mid-summer with lance-like foliage. Prefers a moist soil. Up to 1m.

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Description

An upright perennial with lance-like foliage and spikes of purple-pink flowers in the mid-summer. Prefers a moist soil. Long flowering. Loved by bees. Up to 1m. Bare root plants available to pre-order for delivery Feb 2026.

At A Glance

Common Name Wand loosestrife 'Dropmore Purple'
Type Hardy Perennial
Height 90cm to 1.2m
Colour purple
Spread Rate moderate
Flowering mid summer
Soil Type wet,moist,normal
Aspect part-shade,sun
Pollination Attractive to pollinators

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