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- (Lythrum salicaria)
- This impressive flower is usually located at pond edges, in marshes and other swampy places. It is best planted around a pond or in a moist border, but it self-seeds very quickly if unchecked. Though absolutely no relation, it may be planted near to yellow loosestrife for a lovely display.
- situation sun/partial shade.
- soil type neutral/alkaline: moist.
- height 100cm plus.
- flowering season + colour
- june-august, purple.
- uses fevers, tanning leather.
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