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Lythrum virgatum 'Rosy Gem'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 1'-5'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Lythrum virgatum 'Rosy Gem' plant details

Lythrum virgatum 'Rosy Gem' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer lavender, magenta and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and standing water - even moisture water. Does well in average soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lythrum virgatum 'Rosy Gem'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lythraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender, magenta and purple blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lythrum virgatum 'Rosy Gem'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: standing water - even moisture
Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An erect, clumping, winter dormant, shrubby perennial. Tall stems clothed in soft bright green lance shaped foliage. In summer produces masses of small (1cm) star shaped pink-purple flowers. For damp soil to shallow water (5cm). Cut back to ground level when dormant. An excellent plant for any pond or bog garden.

By: Zephs

Gardening facts about Lythrum virgatum 'Rosy Gem' plant

How to Grow Lythrum virgatum 'Rosy Gem'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • standing water - even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
    • purple
    • magenta
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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