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Genus: Lysimachia Species: clethroides Common Name: Gooseneck Loosestrife Family: Primulaceae Order: Ericales Native: China and Japan Habit: Herbaceous Perennial Height: 2 to 3 feet Width: 2 to 4 feet Flowering Season: Late Spring to Summer Flower Color: White Propagation: Seed or division Zone: 3-8 Note: This rhizomatous, clump-forming plant is suitable for borders, wet meadows, or near ponds and streams. The curved raceme is similar to a goose's neck, hence the common name Gooseneck. This plant may become invasive in moist areas. Prefers sunny to partly shady, moist, well-drained, ordinary garden soil.