
Purpleleaf willowherb
Epilobium coloratum
Purpleleaf willowherb is a native perennial that thrives in moist, partly shaded environments such as streambanks, wet meadows, and woodland edges. It produces delicate pink flowers in summer and is an excellent low-maintenance addition to rain gardens or naturalized wet areas. Once established, it spreads gently and provides valuable habitat for pollinators.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
120″ – 360″
Soil
sandy loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Flowers
red
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Keep Soil Consistently Moist; Water When The Top Inch Of Soil Begins To Dry
Soil pH
4.5 – 7.5
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 180″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 27, 2022 by Ann W (cc-by-sa)
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