Photo of Phlox paniculata flower by Karl Gercens III

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Phlox paniculata

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 4'
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Phlox paniculata plant details

Phlox paniculata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average, clay and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox paniculata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox paniculata

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Old fashioned purple phlox. Some other colors might be available too.

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

Gardening facts about Phlox paniculata plant

How to Grow Phlox paniculata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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aka Alpine Phlox, Dwarf Phlox

Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

6a-8b

Size

Height: 1"-4"

Width: 6"-12"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture
Photo of Phlox condensata flower by Panayoti Kelaidis
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Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

3a-9b

Size

Height: 4"

Width: 12"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture
Photo of Phlox subulata flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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aka David Garden Phlox

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

3a-10b

Size

Height: 2'-4'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - regular
Photo of Phlox paniculata 'David' flower, form by Panayoti Kelaidis
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Scientific Name: Phlox subulata 'Tamaongalei'

aka Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripe', Phlox subulata 'Candystripe', Candy Stripe Thrift, Candystripe Creeping Phlox

Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

3a-9b

Size

Height: 6"

Width: 18"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
Photo of Phlox subulata Candy Stripe foliage by Little Prince of Oregon
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aka Jeana Garden Phlox

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

4a-8b

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun
  • even moisture - regular
Photo of Phlox paniculata 'Jeana' flower by Karl Gercens III
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