Phlox paniculata 'Crème de Menthe'

Also Known As

Crème de Menthe Tall Garden Phlox

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 40"
W: 24"

planting zones

3a-8b

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Phlox paniculata 'Crème de Menthe' plant details

Phlox paniculata 'Crème de Menthe' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer cream and pink flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox paniculata 'Crème de Menthe'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 40 IN tall
Flowers: cream and pink blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, mildew-resistant, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox paniculata 'Crème de Menthe'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Broadly white variegated foliage, and late flowers of pale pearly pinkish-white, with tiny pale-plum eyes and tubes. Makes a bright spot in the phlox border all season long. Virtually identical to 'Darwin's Choice'. Surprisingly good mildew resistance for a variegated phlox (I've seen it only rarely), and in good garden conditions there shouldn't be any mildew at all. And even if there were you wouldn't notice it on these leaves. Great accent plant.