Phlox divaricata, commonly known as woodland Phlox, produces clusters of fragrant, five-petaled flowers in hues of lavender, violet, or blue, resembling a carpet of stars against a lush backdrop of lance-shaped leaves. The dainty blooms attract butterflies and other pollinators, contributing to the biodiversity of the garden. Phlox has a spreading growth habit and forms a low groundcover, making it an ideal choice for naturalistic plantings, rock gardens, or under the dappled shade of trees or rose shrubs.
Growing Tips:
- Sunlight: Flourishes in partial to full shade; ideal for woodland settings or shaded borders.
- Soil: Well-draining, humus-rich soil is preferred; amend with organic matter for optimal growth.
- Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells and the blooming season.
- Hardiness: Phlox divaricata is generally hardy in USDA zones 3-8.
Scarlet Flame
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Scarlet Flame Phlox has vibrant, scarlet-red flowers in dense clusters reaching heights of 12-18”. It has a mounding and spreading growth habit and does best in zones 4 to 8. Scarlet Flame is a great addition to borders, cottage gardens, or mixed perennial beds for attracting pollinators. Scarlet Flame comes in a 1 gallon pot.
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Candy Stripe
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Candy Stripe Phlox has flowers with soft pink and white petals that are striped like candy canes. With a spreading and clumping growth habit, Candy Stripe typically reaches a height of about 12-18”. This is a good choice for borders, cottage gardens and even rock gardens in zones 4-8. Candy Stripe comes in a 1 gallon pot.
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Crimson Beauty
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Crimson Beauty Phlox has crimson-red blossoms that bring intense color to the garden. With an upright and clumping growth habit, Crimson Beauty has tall spikes of flowers of about 18-24” tall. Choose this phlox variety to add some height to your garden in zones 4-8. Crimson Beauty comes in a 4" pot.
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Emerald Blue
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Emerald Blue Phlox produces gentle, emerald-blue blossoms in the garden. With a low-growing and spreading habit, it forms lush mats of flowers reaching a height of about 6-12”. Plant Emerald Blue in full sun to partial shade in gardens in zones 4-8. Emerald Blue comes in a 1 gallon pot.
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