LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Tall airy
GROWTH HABIT
Upright
BLOOM SEASON
Late spring
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Not applicable
SUITABLE FOR
out door
SEED TYPE
Open Pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering Plant
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
Not applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
90–120 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
USDA Zones 4–8
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
45–60 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
Surface sowing
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Lysimachia ephemerum stand out in gardens?
What makes Lysimachia ephemerum stand out in gardens?
Its tall flower spikes create an elegant vertical accent in perennial borders.
Can this plant be grown near water features?
Can this plant be grown near water features?
Yes, it appreciates consistently moist soil and suits pondside plantings.
Will the flower spikes bloom over several weeks?
Will the flower spikes bloom over several weeks?
Yes, the blooms usually open gradually along each upright
Can it be combined with ornamental grasses?
Can it be combined with ornamental grasses?
Yes, it pairs well with grasses and moisture-loving perennials.
Do pollinating insects visit the flowers?
Do pollinating insects visit the flowers?
Yes, the blooms may attract bees and other beneficial pollinators.
Does the foliage remain attractive after flowering?
Does the foliage remain attractive after flowering?
Yes, the leafy stems continue adding texture after the blooms have faded.