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Fourflower Yellow Loosestrife

Lysimachia quadriflora

Last reviewed: July 2026

Fourflower Yellow Loosestrife (Lysimachia quadriflora)
Photo: Eric Hunt / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Light

part sun

Water

medium

Size

12"–24" H × 6"–12" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

AL, AR, GA, IA and 17 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

Fourflower yellow loosestrife is a compact native wildflower that produces cheerful yellow blooms throughout summer. This well-behaved perennial stays relatively small and forms neat clumps, making it suitable for formal garden settings. It thrives in partial sun with regular watering and provides reliable color from June through August.

In an HOA neighborhood

Fourflower Yellow Loosestrife is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

Wildlife value

The bright yellow flowers attract native bees and butterflies during the summer blooming period. This native plant supports local pollinator populations while providing nectar throughout the growing season.

Common questions

How much sun does Fourflower Yellow Loosestrife need?
Fourflower Yellow Loosestrife grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Fourflower Yellow Loosestrife bloom?
Fourflower Yellow Loosestrife blooms in June, July, and August.
Where is Fourflower Yellow Loosestrife native?
Fourflower Yellow Loosestrife (Lysimachia quadriflora) is native to AL, AR, GA, IA and 17 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Fourflower Yellow Loosestrife attract?
Fourflower Yellow Loosestrife draws bees and butterflies.
Is Fourflower Yellow Loosestrife HOA-friendly?
Fourflower Yellow Loosestrife is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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