Purple Lance-Leaved Loosestrife
Lysimachia lanceolata var. purpurea
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
#1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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#2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
#3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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#5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
#6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
#7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Purple Lance-Leaved Loosestrife highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Fragrant
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Bloom PeriodSummer

Growing Zones 4-8
Elegant Butter and Bronze - Purple Lance-Leaved Loosestrife!
- Long Lance-Shaped In Green & Bronzy Purple
- Yellow Star-Shaped Blooms
- Fine-Textured Nodding and Graceful Form
- Easy Care & Low Maintenance
- Bees & Pollinator Friendly
- Native Spreading Perennial
- This Lysimachia is Not Invasive!
Fine-textured foliage in striking green and bronzy-purple blush, the graceful Purple Lance-Leaved Loosestrife (Lysimachia lanceolata var purpurea) nodding yellow flowers look like stars!
Naturally occurring in the wild, Loosestrife loves moist soils of open woods, ponds edges and swampy areas, forming small colonies. However, it's important to note that This Lysimachia is not a thug in the landscape and it is NOT on any invasive list! Meaning you can plant it without worry!
With an elegant texture and color, this newly improved selection adds a lovely contrast to the landscape!
How to Use Purple Lance-Leaved Loosestrife In The Landscape
Rain gardens, water features and soggy spots around the garden are fantastic for Loosestrife. Tolerating rocky and gravel soil in Rock gardens or Pond-side.
Not minding average conditions in the Cottage garden, Pollinator and Wildflower gardens where they are a food source or beneficial pollinators.
Sized for larger containers and planters, both shade or sun for lovely patio and terrace additions. Readily naturalizing, Lance-Leaved Loosestrife fills tricky spots with lovely ground cover and texture.
#ProPlantTips For Care
Full sun in cooler climates and partial shade in hot summers, Loosestrife loves moist soil! Tolerating dry soil in cooler summers and part shade.
Preferring acidic, rich soil of all well-drained types, Loosestrife adapts a wide range of conditions.
Purple Lance-Leafed Loosestrife are lovely, hardy perennials in growing zones 4-8. Order your own unique and easy-going perennial from Nature Hills today!