{"product_id":"lythrum-little-robert-little-purple-loosestrife-british-grown-perennial","title":"Lythrum ‘Little Robert’ - Little Purple Loosestrife - British Grown Perennial","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLythrum ‘Little Robert’ is a compact, clump-forming perennial that produces an abundance of vibrant magenta-pink flower spikes throughout the summer. Much smaller than traditional Purple Loosestrife, this garden-friendly variety is perfect for adding bold colour to borders, cottage gardens and wildlife planting schemes without becoming overwhelming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFlowering from mid to late summer, ‘Little Robert’ is loved by bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects. Its upright habit and long-lasting blooms make it an excellent choice for sunny borders, around ponds, or in moisture-retentive soils, where it provides weeks of reliable colour with minimal maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerennial\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eDeciduous • Long Flowering • Compact • Pollinator Friendly • Cottage Garden Favourite • Great for Borders • Low Maintenance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlowers\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eTall spikes of rich magenta-pink flowers appear from July through to September, creating a vibrant display that attracts a wide variety of pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFoliage\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFresh green, lance-shaped leaves form a neat, bushy clump that provides attractive texture throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eLythrum salicaria\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e ‘Little Robert’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eLittle Purple Loosestrife, Purple Loosestrife ‘Little Robert’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eCultivar of a species native to Europe, including the UK, and parts of Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eRemove spent flower spikes to prolong flowering if desired. Cut stems back to ground level in late autumn after flowering has finished, or leave seed heads standing over winter for added interest and cut back in early spring before new growth emerges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife Value\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAn excellent wildlife plant, providing abundant nectar for bees, butterflies, hoverflies and other beneficial insects throughout the summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePositioning\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThrives in full sun or partial shade. Ideal for borders, cottage gardens, rain gardens and beside ponds where the soil remains consistently moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers reliably moist soil and should be watered regularly during dry spells, particularly in its first year and when grown in containers. Avoid allowing the soil to dry out completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eGrows best in fertile, moisture-retentive soil but will tolerate a range of soil types, including clay, loam and sandy soils, provided adequate moisture is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eApply a balanced fertiliser or a generous mulch of garden compost in spring to encourage vigorous growth and abundant flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eGenerally considered non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e‘Little Robert’ is ideal if you love the look of Purple Loosestrife but have a smaller garden. Plant in groups for the biggest impact, and keep the soil consistently moist to enjoy an impressive display of vibrant flowers that pollinators will flock to year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"13cm","offer_id":58446687961469,"sku":"3645523325871","price":7.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.co.uk\/de\/products\/lythrum-little-robert-little-purple-loosestrife-british-grown-perennial","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}