Phlox paniculata 'Widar'

Also Known As

Widar Tall Garden Phlox

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 42"-50"
W: 3'

planting zones

3a-8b

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Phlox paniculata 'Widar' plant details

Phlox paniculata 'Widar' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer lavender, magenta, purple and white flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox paniculata 'Widar'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 42 IN - 50 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender, magenta, purple and white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, fragrant, long-blooming, mildew-resistant, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox paniculata 'Widar'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A dramatic color combination of violet-magenta with a large white eye. An old variety found in a northern Vermont garden, and like most of the old varieties, it shows great resistance to mildew, and exhibits overall good garden vigor. Even very young plants put on a good show of bloom, and it is long-blooming too. Flowering heads 5-6" wide. Similar to the more modern Laura.