Ella's Garden Plants from A to Z: Lythrum virgatum, Firecandle, Purple Loosestrife

Family: Lythraceae

Genus: Lythrum

Species: virgatum

Cultivar or Variety: Firecandle

Characteristics of Plant

Double purple flowers are borne on this clump forming plant. The flowers bloom from summer to fall. While drought and heat tolerant, it does prefer a bit of moisture, but not over watering. Plant is said to be sterile; not producing seed. Plant can be started from cuttings and divisions. Attractive to bees and butterflies while being deer resistant.

Life Cycle
Perennial

Zone Hardiness up to
Zone 3
Zone 4
Zone 5
Zone 6
Zone 7
Zone 8
Zone 9

Endangered Species
No

Heirloom
No

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Plant Height
2 - 4 feet

Plant Form
Upright
Branching

Blooms
Yes

Flower Color
Purple

Nutritional Needs
Moist

Fertile
No

Reproduces By
Stem Fragments

Cutting Flower
Yes

Attractive to Wildlife
Butterflies