Bloom Color

Pink

Interesting Notes

The original species are native to North America. From these have been developed numerous garden hybrids which generally flower during July and August - they vary a little in height but are generally around the 90cm mark. In colour they range from white, through pinks and mauves to crimson and purple. As far as we have experienced them, there are no true blues (although many are optimistically named to suggest this!) but a number will give a good impression of blue when viewed in shade, especially in the evening.

The herbaceous Phloxes all prefer a good soil which does not dry out in the summer, particularly just before and while they flower. If they need watering at these times it is best to make sure you water the ground, not the leaves, so as not to encourage the formation of mildew(*more info). A moisture retentive mulch is a good idea.

They do not seem to be fussy as to the alkalinity or acidity of the soil but we have wondered whether the so-called blues look bluer on an acid soil? - we often hear that they have such wonderful blue phloxes in Ireland - is this the case? fsperennials.co.uk

Growing and Maintenance Tips

Full sun and well drained soil of average moisture are best, though it will tolerate a wide variety of situations. Benefits from occasional fertilization in spring and early summer.