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Lovely Loosestrife: a Purple Problem

by Becky Gallery | Jun 13, 2024 | Information

What is Loosestrife? Standing tall along streams, roadsides and marshes, purple loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria) is easily spotted in the summer months with its erect, purple spikes. The square stem, like all mint family plants, is sturdy, growing 3’ to 10’ in height....
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