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Lysimachia-leaved Milkwort

Polygala lysimachiifolia

Polygalaceae
Perennial
Ornamental
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Polygala lysimachiifolia is a perennial ornamental plant that prefers part shade and medium watering. It grows to a height of 0.3–0.6 meters and blooms with pink and purple flowers from May to July. This plant prefers loamy, sandy, or chalky soil and is suitable for USDA zones 5–8. It attracts pollinators but is not fragrant or toxic, and it is not evergreen.

Light

Partial shade

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Loamy, Sandy, Chalky

Height

0.3–0.6 m

Spread

0.3–0.5 m

Zones

5–8

Flower colors

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