purple-fringed loosestrife Lysimachia ciliata ‘Purpurea’ Type:Perennials Notable Traits:attracts butterflies/pollinatorsfast-growinglow-maintenanceresistant: deerresistant: diseasestriking foliagetolerates clay soiltolerates harsh roadside conditions Hardiness:Zone 2 – 9 Mature Height:18-24in Light:part sun/afternoon shade (eastern exposure)part to full sun (6 hours or more sun) Water:drought toleranttolerates poor drainage Bloom Color:yellow Bloom Shape:daisy Bloom Time:summer Foliage:blackpurple Description Though ‘Purpurea’ is not as invasive as other varieties, it will spread. ‘Purpurea’ performs best in part shade; morning sun and afternoon shade and vice-versa, or dappled shade throughout the day. Plants will thrive in poorly-drained locations.