Perennials

Lysimachia punctata 'Walgoldalex'

Golden Alexander yellow loosestrife

Also known as: Golden Alexander loosestrife

Golden Alexander (Walgoldalex) is the gold-edged foliage in front. Yellow and purple flowers belong to companion plants, not this loosestrife. Photo: Mark Widhalm / Ball Horticultural Company.

Creamy-yellow leaf margins brighten upright stems topped with yellow star-shaped flowers. Expands into a patch. Use it in moist borders, containers and waterside gardens.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Mature size: Height: 18–23 in. · Spread: 18–23 in.; spreads farther
Water: Average to moist
Hardiness: USDA zones 4–9
Bloom: Yellow; summer.

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Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Rabbits: Resistant, not browse-proof.
Drought: Water during dry spells.
Wet soil: Moist, well-drained soil; avoid standing water.
Clay soil: Suitable with appropriate drainage.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Butterflies

Growing & care

Spread: Contain spreading stems within the intended bed.
Maintenance: Remove faded flower stems to tidy. Divide vigorous clumps in spring or autumn and monitor spread.

Sources & photo credits

Perennials.com

Royal Horticultural Society

Botanical name: Kew Science.

Photo: Mark Widhalm / Ball Horticultural Company · Authorized promotional use

Image notes: Golden Alexander (Walgoldalex) is the gold-edged foliage in front. Yellow and purple flowers belong to companion plants, not this loosestrife. Photo: Mark Widhalm / Ball Horticultural Company. Resized, uncropped.

Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.