Water
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells. Avoid waterlogged conditions, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in late fall and winter when the plant is dormant.
Also known as Clethra Loosestrife · Gooseneck · Gooseneck Loosestrife
Gooseneck Yellow Loosestrife (Lysimachia clethroides) is a vigorous perennial with arching spikes of white flowers, ideal for naturalizing and attracting pollinators.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
50% intensity
Thrives in full sun but tolerates partial shade, especially in hotter climates.
Consistent Moisture
50% intensity
Prefers consistently moist soil, but avoid waterlogging.
Moist, well-drained
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures; hardy in USDA zones 3-9.
Moderate
50% intensity
Benefits from light feeding in spring.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells. Avoid waterlogged conditions, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in late fall and winter when the plant is dormant.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage a second bloom and maintain tidiness. Cut back the plant in late fall or early spring to remove dead or damaged stems.
Division of overgrown clumps is best done during this dormant period.
Easily propagated by division in early spring or fall. Simply dig up the plant and separate the root ball into sections, ensuring each piece has some roots and shoots. Replant divisions immediately into prepared soil.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years, or when they become root-bound. Choose a pot one size larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repotting is best done in early spring before new growth begins.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Gooseneck Yellow Loosestrife (Lysimachia clethroides)
Where Gooseneck Yellow Loosestrife (Lysimachia clethroides) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Primulaceae |
| Genus | Lysimachia |
| Species | Lysimachia clethroides |
Similar in genus Lysimachia
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