Lysimachia borealis

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Lysimachia Borealis 4 Lysimachia Borealis 3 Lysimachia Borealis 2 Lysmachia Borealis 1 Lysimachia Borealis

Lysmachia borealis

Common Name: Starflower

Starflower is a charming, delicate woodland perennial that grows 4 to 12 inches tall, featuring whorled leaves and small, star-shaped white flowers in late spring to early summer. It is commonly found in rich, moist forest floors with acidic, well-drained soils. Starflower tends to grow in colonies and is an excellent addition to shaded native plant gardens and woodland restoration projects, providing early-season blooms for pollinators.

Characteristics

Product Form Plant
Type Forb
Sun Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade
Soil Loam, Sand/Gravel, Peat, Calcareous
Moisture Wet, Aquatic
Average Max Height (inches) 12
Suggested Plant Spacing (inches) 12
Bloom month(s) May, June
Bloom Color or Type White
Dominance Low

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Sowing Information

For most homeowners, the recommended method is to hand-broadcast seed at a minimum rate of 16–64 PLS (Pure Live Seed) ounces per acre. To ensure even coverage, broadcast the seed in perpendicular passes across the site. Grass seed should be broadcast first and lightly raked into the soil. Afterward, apply a light mulch layer using clean, seed-free straw or, preferably, our native Little Bluestem straw, available at our retail garden centers. Once mulching is complete, broadcast native wildflower seed over the area without raking it in. A good rainfall or thorough watering will provide sufficient soil contact for successful germination.

Planting Information

Dig a hole in your planting site slightly larger than the plant’s root system. When placing the plant into the hole, ensure that the soil line remains consistent with its original level in the pot. Fill in around the roots with the excavated soil, gently firming it to eliminate air pockets. Water the plant thoroughly the same day to promote successful establishment.