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Lysimachia clethroides 'Heronswood Gold'

Also Known As

  • Gooseneck Loosestrife

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"-24"
  • W: 24"-36"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

Lysimachia clethroides 'Heronswood Gold' plant details

Lysimachia clethroides 'Heronswood Gold' is a slow-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial with gold foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lysimachia clethroides 'Heronswood Gold'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lysimachia clethroides 'Heronswood Gold'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Selected years ago at Heronswood Nursery, this golden-leaved form of Gooseneck is NOT a garden thug...it has spread quite slowly in our MA garden. Graceful arching spikes of white flowers on 2' stems appear in mid-summer. Plant in somewhat moist soil, and it wouldn't mind mid-day shade in hot summer areas.

Gardening facts about Lysimachia clethroides 'Heronswood Gold' plant

How to Grow Lysimachia clethroides 'Heronswood Gold'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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