Photo of Phlox paniculata 'Sir Malcolm Campbell' flower by Summersweet Gardens at Perennial Pleasures

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Phlox paniculata 'Sir Malcolm Campbell'

Also Known As

  • Sir Malcolm Campbell Tall Garden Phlox

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 40"-44"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Phlox paniculata 'Sir Malcolm Campbell' plant details

Phlox paniculata 'Sir Malcolm Campbell' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer pink 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 'Sir Malcolm Campbell'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 40 IN - 44 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, fragrant, long-blooming, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox paniculata 'Sir Malcolm Campbell'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A bright strong pink, from the mid 20th century.

Gardening facts about Phlox paniculata 'Sir Malcolm Campbell' plant

How to Grow Phlox paniculata 'Sir Malcolm Campbell'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Size

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  • even moisture - regular
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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Size

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  • even moisture - regular
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