Phlox paniculata 'Lord Clayton' PPAF
garden phlox
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Blooms in late June for 8-12 weeks |
Founded by garden writer Tammy Clayton, Phlox paniculata 'Lord Clayton' is a regal combination of leaf and bloom. Unique, cherry-red flowers add excitement to the perennial border from late June into September. Foliage emerges a deep purple with lime green stems and veins, later transitioning to a deep purple-green. Phlox paniculata 'Lord Clayton' performs quite well in average garden soil with average moisture.
Height24-30 Inches |
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Spread24-30 Inches |
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RedUSDA Hardiness Zone 4-8
Interesting Notes
Introduced by Plants Nouveau, 'Lord Clayton' works well as a foundation planting, mass planting, in the middle of the border and in urban gardens. As with most garden phlox, Lord Clayton will attract numerous butterflies and hummingbirds to any garden. Passers-by will want to know what that bright red bloom is, so be prepared, as this stunning combination is sure to stop traffic.
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