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Lythrum virgatum Dropmore Purple
Lythrum virgatum Dropmore Purple
A rewarding perennial for UK gardens, Lythrum virgatum Dropmore Purple grows to about 1.2m in full sun. Enjoy blooms from June to August. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Sun
☀️ Full Sun
Water
💧💧💧 High (Moist)
Hardiness
🌡️ H7 (Fully Hardy)
Size
📏 1.2m tall × 45cm wide
Flowers
🌸 jun,jul,aug
Wildlife
🐝 Major bee and butterfly plant
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Plant Information
About this plant
A rewarding perennial for UK gardens, Lythrum virgatum Dropmore Purple grows to about 1.2m in full sun. Enjoy blooms from June to August. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Latin Name
Lythrum virgatum Dropmore Purple
Family
Hardiness Zone
H7
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
full-sun
Water Needs
high
Flowering Season
jun,jul,aug
Mature Height
1.2m
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