Phlox pilosa 'Bonnie's Pink'

Also Known As

Bonnie's Pink Prairie Phlox
Downy Phlox
Savanna Phlox

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Phlox pilosa 'Bonnie's Pink' plant details

Phlox pilosa 'Bonnie's Pink' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring and summer lavender and pink flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox pilosa 'Bonnie's Pink'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: spreading

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox pilosa 'Bonnie's Pink'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An Almost Eden exclusive! Soft lavender-pink rounded blooms are borne in loose clusters in late spring and summer. The rich dark green narrow foliage of this Prairie Phlox is considered by experts to be the only Phlox species that is immune to powdery mildew. Bonnie's Pink Prairie Phlox makes a vigorous evergreen perennial groundcover and is quite tolerant of deciduous shade as well as full sun. The butterflies can't seem to leave it alone when its in flower. Our selection may be the same as Phlox pilosa ssp. ozarkana.