General description
Lysimachia punctata 'Alexander' is a vigorous fully hardy perennial herbaceous plant forming a substantial clump of erect stems with lance-shaped leaves boldly margined with cream and often tinged pink, and bowl-shaped bright yellow flowers 2.5cm wide in the upper leaf axils in early to late summer.
It grows well in semi-shade and direct sun, and prefers medium levels of water and has an average drought tolerance.
Plant requirements
Sunlight
Full sun
Part shade
Aspect
South-facing, North-facing, West-facing or East-facing
Sheltered or Exposed
Cultivation
Best grown in moisture retentive well-drained soil that does not dry out in summer, in full sun or part shade. Excessive vigour in moist soils can make it a determined spreader
Soil
Moist but well-drained
Acid, Alkaline or Neutral
Clay or Loam
Propagation
Vigorous clumps can be divided in spring or autumn
Maintenance
Pruning
Remove faded flower stems to tidy
Pests
May be damaged by slugs and snails
Diseases
Generally trouble free
Practical use
Suggested planting locations and garden types
City/Courtyard Gardens, Coastal, Cottage/Informal Garden or Flower borders and beds