Phlox divaricata 'Clouds of Perfume'

Also Known As

Clouds of Perfume Wild Sweet William
Clouds of Perfume Woodland Phlox

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

3a-8b

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Phlox divaricata 'Clouds of Perfume' plant details

Phlox divaricata 'Clouds of Perfume' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox divaricata 'Clouds of Perfume'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox divaricata 'Clouds of Perfume'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fragrant, heavily blooming selection of this native phlox. Very nice indeed. Happiest in bright, not-too-dry woodland conditions, where it will get maybe a foot tall and slowly spread. Sometimes suffers from mildew, but not too terribly. Zone 3