Photo of Phlox paniculata 'Mother of Pearl' flower by Summersweet Gardens at Perennial Pleasures

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Phlox paniculata 'Mother of Pearl'

Also Known As

  • Mother of Pearl Tall Garden Phlox

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 36"-40"
  • W: 20"-24"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Phlox paniculata 'Mother of Pearl' plant details

Phlox paniculata 'Mother of Pearl' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer white 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 'Mother of Pearl'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 IN - 24 IN - wide, 36 IN - 40 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, fragrant, long-blooming, mildew-resistant, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox paniculata 'Mother of Pearl'

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

Deep rose buds open to creamy-white flowers with a pearl pink cast. Not hugely floriferous, but in its favor, it begins to bloom very late in the season (September), after most other phlox have long finished up. Makes a good combination with Autumn Monkshood and Asters. Of medium height, and suitable for the front or middle of the border. Compared to Monica Lynden-Bell, this cv. is shorter, has larger pips, and blooms nearly two months later.

Gardening facts about Phlox paniculata 'Mother of Pearl' plant

How to Grow Phlox paniculata 'Mother of Pearl'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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