Phlox paniculata 'Rijnstroom'

Also Known As

Rijnstroom Tall Garden Phlox

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 36"-40"
W: 12"-39"

planting zones

3a-8b

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Phlox paniculata 'Rijnstroom' plant details

Phlox paniculata 'Rijnstroom' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer pink and salmon 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 'Rijnstroom'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 39 IN - wide, 36 IN - 40 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and salmon blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, fragrant, long-blooming, rare, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox paniculata 'Rijnstroom'

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

A rare phlox from the early 20th century, it also happens to be one that was much favored and planted by garden designers, and writers such as Louise Beebe Wilder called it their favorite phlox. What is it about 'Rijnstroom' that made it so popular? In my mind, it is set apart by the purity of its clear salmon-pink, which has a remarkable density of color, uninterrupted by any overlaid shade or contrasting eye zone. It takes a couple of years to settle in before flourishing, and does not prosper in challenging soils, but in good conditions it is a fine grower.