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Phlox buckleyi

Also Known As

  • Sword-Leaf Phlox

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Phlox buckleyi plant details

Phlox buckleyi is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox buckleyi

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, fragrant, showy, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox buckleyi

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Phlox buckleyi plant

How to Grow Phlox buckleyi

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Fruit

    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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