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Decodon verticillatus

Swamp Loosestrife (Water Willow)

Clusters of rose-pink blooms arch over lance-shaped, willow-like foliage. When a stem touches the water it may root to form a new stem.

  • »  Shrubby perennial
  • »  Long, arching, leafy stems often root at the tips
  • »  Lance-shaped leaves
  • »  Bell-shaped pink-purple flower clusters
  • »  Bloom Time: July to September

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  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:60-125 cm
Additional Information about Decodon verticillatus

Native to Ontario

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Decodon verticillatus

Wherever a stem touches the water, air-filled spongy tissue may develop.  In turn, this tissue buoys the stem so it will root and form a new stem.  It will form sizeable patches at the edges of lakes or sluggish streams or on floating bog mats.