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Phlox carolina ssp. carolina 'Kim'

thickleaf phlox

  • Category: Perennial
  • Hardiness Zone: 5-9
  • Height: 18-24 Inches
  • Spread: 24-48 Inches
  • Spacing: 1-2 Feet
  • Bloom Color: Pink
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Bright pink five-petaled flowers are open and airy, resting just above very narrow foliage; blooming summer into early autumn, 'Kim' forms a nice mat along the front of the perennial border. Stems are sturdy; foliage remains clean throughout the growing season.

Exposure
Full Sun
Part Sun
Soil Moisture Needs
Average
Moist
Green Infrastructure
Meadow/Prairie
Woodland
Plug Type
Horticultural Plug
For Animals
Pollinator-friendly
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Late Spring / Early Summer
Summer
Propagation Type
Vegetative
Additional Information about Phlox carolina ssp. carolina 'Kim'

Phlox carolina ssp. carolina ‘Kim’ is a fantastic selection that was discovered by Jan Midgley in Alabama. It performs much better than any other cultivar of Carolina phlox in our trial. What sets ‘Kim’ apart from other members of the species is its lush and vigorous habit (2’ tall) that remains sturdy and disease-free all season long. The leaves are also a lighter shade of green, almost lime-colored, which can prolong its horticultural interest in the garden. However, the most impressive feature of ‘Kim’ is its show-stopping light pink flowers which blanket the plant from late May through early June. - Mt. Cuba Center

This variety features delicate pale pink flowers and exceptional resistance to powdery mildew. Its airy blooms appear in late spring and early summer, attracting butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators. The blossoms rise above sturdy stems, complemented by linear, lime-green foliage that stays vibrant throughout the season. A slow-spreading, mat-forming native perennial, it makes a striking addition to the front of garden borders.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Phlox carolina ssp. carolina 'Kim'

Most Phlox thrive in full sun, though they can tolerate partial shade in the South, and prefer moist, well-drained soil.