gooseneck loosestrife
Also known as: gooseneck
Vigorous herbaceous perennial forming an extensive colony of erect stems to 1m in height, with narrow, greyish leaves. Small greyish-white flowers are borne in slender terminal spikes
Scientific classification
- Species
- gooseneck loosestrife (Lysimachia clethroides)
- Genus
- Lysimachia
- Family
- Primulaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
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- Habit
- Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of gooseneck loosestrife
Distribution map
Far East
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of gooseneck loosestrife
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gooseneck loosestrife care guide
- Steady mild soil moisture, extra water during hot dry spells
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Steady mild soil moisture, extra water during hot dry spells
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial liquid feed monthly spring and summer
Pruning
PruningCut back after flowering
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed in pots outdoors spring or propagate by division in spring or autumn
Growing
GrowingGrow in humus-rich, moist soil that does not dry out in summer. Site in full sun or partial shade and allow plenty of room as it can be invasive. May need support
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease free
Pests
May be attacked by slugs and snails
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