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PHLOX
Commonly known as Border phlox
All Flower AUG-OCT
A classic border plant, floriferous, insect-friendly, good for cut flowers and adding a freshness to the August flower border.
Out of fashion but due for a comeback.
Most are from P. paniculata, a species found in meadows in the eastern States of North America.
Genus of 90 species of evergreen or herbaceous perennials, annuals and shrubs found mostly in North America though one, P. sibirica, is from northern Asia.
Further Reading....
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Height - 1 - 1.2m (3-4ft) -
Spread - 60 - 100cm (24-36in)
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Herbaceous - Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch. - perennial
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Full sun - or dappled shade - plenty of ventilation to avoid mildew etc. -
Additional Features - Good to know - - upright and bushy, usually with plenty of foliage. Paniculata is nectar-rich, attracting beneficial insects. -
Pests & Diseases - stem eelworms, leaf gall, powdery mildew, leaf spot. -
Place of origin - eastern USA -
Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil -
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Phlox - Growing Guide
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1 - 1.2m (3-4ft)
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60 - 100cm (24-36in) |
Buy Varieties of PHLOX
PHLOX paniculata 'Chattahoochee' >
Commonly known as: Border phlox.
Prostrate form with startling lavender-blue flowers
PHLOX paniculata 'Monica Lynden-Bell' >
Commonly known as: Border phlox.
Dark buds opening to pale pink flowers. Sweetly perfumed
PHLOX paniculata 'Nora Leigh' >
Commonly known as: Border phlox.
White variegated leaves and small pale lilac flowers
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
Vermin & Pest Control
Slug Pellets
Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails.
Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
Only £6.50
