Photo of Phlox paniculata 'John Fanick' flower by Summersweet Gardens at Perennial Pleasures

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Phlox paniculata 'John Fanick'

Also Known As

  • John Fanick Garden Phlox

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Phlox paniculata 'John Fanick' plant details

Phlox paniculata 'John Fanick' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer 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. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox paniculata 'John Fanick'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, fragrant, long-blooming, mildew-resistant, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox paniculata 'John Fanick'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A recent find from Texas, with such excellent heat and drought tolerance, and great mildew resistance, that it is deemed worthy to be included in the roster of ?Texas Superstars?, plants which can thrive in those challenging conditions. If it can make it there, it will make it for you! The growth habit is like a true old-fashioned paniculata phlox, with relaxed trusses, and florets of lavender or orchid pink, with a blowsy violet eye. Discovered by Greg Grant, and named after a Texas nurseryman.

Gardening facts about Phlox paniculata 'John Fanick' plant

How to Grow Phlox paniculata 'John Fanick'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'-3'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 6"

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'-3'

  • sun
  • even moisture - regular
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