Bloom Color

Interesting Notes

I haven't had any mildew problems with this phlox. Miss Lingard blooms earlier than the other perennial phlox and intermittedly throughout the season. Cindy's Gardens

The genus name, Phlox, is derived from the Greek word for flame. Phlox is sometimes called flame flower because of its intense, hot colors. Butterflies, bumblebees and an occasional hummingbird may find phlox irresistible, but its charms aren't restricted to these daytime pollinators. Hawkmoths may hover next to its blossoms from late afternoon to dusk. On summer evenings, as the sweet scent of phlox drifts across the garden, night moths may be drawn to the flowers. Although many phlox varieties are attractive to moths, those with pale-colored or white blossoms are true stars after dark. butterflywebsite.com

Growing and Maintenance Tips

P. carolina needs bright shade to full sun and is happy in clay and poor soils, but must have good drainage. Give good air circulation to reduce growth of powdery mildew. Benefits from occasional fertilization. May be propagated by seed, division in spring or terminal cuttings. May rebloom if deadheaded. Best used in the middle or back of the perennial bed.