Purple Loosestrife Plants (Lythrum salicaria)

Found along the banks of rivers, streams and ponds or in marshes this tall perennial is striking with its bright magenta flowers. It is a favourite of foraging bees and is the larval food plant of the Small Elephant Hawkmoth.

Height: 60 – 150cm

Flowers: June to August

Prefers: Sun or some shade on wet soils or pond edges