Phlox paniculata 'Russian Violet'

Also Known As

Russian Violet Tall Garden Phlox

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 50"-60"
W: 36"

planting zones

3a-8b

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Phlox paniculata 'Russian Violet' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox paniculata 'Russian Violet'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 36 IN wide, 50 IN - 60 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta and purple blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, fragrant, long-blooming, mildew-resistant, showy, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox paniculata 'Russian Violet'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The flowers are red-violet by day, a perfectly acceptable but unremarkable shade, but deepen to a rich purple-violet at dusk and dawn, and during cloudy days. Another example of what I call the 'changeling' phloxes. Planting it in part shade will cause the purple color to linger longer through the day. The difference in color between the times of day is so remarkable that it looks like a different plant, and indeed it had me fooled for a few years! Broad rounded florets, solid color. A tall and willowy grower.