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Phlox kelseyi

Also Known As

  • Phlox kelsyi
  • Kelsey's Phlox

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Phlox kelseyi plant details

Phlox kelseyi is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox kelseyi

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox kelseyi

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tight, flat, cushion of foliage that in the spring is one solid mass of large, gorgeous lavender-blue flowers. Native to xeric conditions out West, but quite growable here in a rock garden. Zone 4

Gardening facts about Phlox kelseyi plant

How to Grow Phlox kelseyi

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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