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Phlox paniculata 'Wilhelm Kesselring'
Also Known As
- Wilhelm Kesselring Tall Garden Phlox
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 32"-38"
- W: 24"-60"
planting zones
- 3a-8b
Phlox paniculata 'Wilhelm Kesselring' plant details
Phlox paniculata 'Wilhelm Kesselring' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in clay, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox paniculata 'Wilhelm Kesselring'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: polemoniaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 24 IN - 60 IN - wide, 32 IN - 38 IN - tall
- Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox paniculata 'Wilhelm Kesselring'
- USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: clay, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Garden photo gallery of Phlox paniculata 'Wilhelm Kesselring'
By: Summersweet Gardens at Perennial Pleasures
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How to Grow Phlox paniculata 'Wilhelm Kesselring'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- clay
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- lavender
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 18"-24"
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture
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Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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Size
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