White Flower Farm Lysimachia atropurpurea Beaujolais
Best non-invasive perennial for gardeners seeking dramatic, pollinator-friendly summer color.
This is the rare Loosestrife that behaves itself in the garden, trading invasive tendencies for elegant, arching spikes of deep burgundy. It’s a sophisticated choice for borders, offering a striking contrast between silvered foliage and dark blooms that pollinators will visit all summer long.
$17.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking dramatic, architectural color contrast
- Landscapers needing long-lasting, season-long floral interest
- Busy homeowners wanting tidy, low-maintenance plant habits
Who should skip it
- Gardeners expecting long-lived, permanent perennial plantings
- Owners of heavy, water-retentive clay soil gardens
- Low-maintenance gardeners avoiding tedious deadheading chores
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Burgundy spikes and silvered foliage create a sophisticated, high-contrast garden focal point.
Pollinator Appeal
Reliably draws hummingbirds and butterflies throughout the peak summer blooming season.
Garden Manageability
Non-invasive habit ensures it stays exactly where you plant it.
Bloom Longevity
Provides consistent, showy color that persists well into the late summer.
Hardiness Versatility
Reliably winter-hardy across a broad range of temperate climate zones.
Seasonal Interest
Extends garden utility by offering subtle, attractive foliage tones into autumn.
Key Specs
Common Name
Loosestrife
Hardiness Zone
4-8
Exposure
Full Sun to Part Shade
Blooms In
Summer
Mature Height
20 inches
Spacing
12-15 inches
Ships as
1 pint
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