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PHLOX paniculata 'Border Gem'
Commonly known as Border phlox
Deep violet-blue
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Blue - violet blue -
Height - 75cm (30in) -
Spread - 45cm (18in)
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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. - erect perennial. Ovate or lance-shaped to elliptic, toothed, thin leaves 5-13cm (2-5in) long
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Very hardy - Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Full sun -
Partial shade -
Additional Features - Good to know - - good air circulation around plants will combat mildew. Attractive to butterflies. -
Pests & Diseases - stem eelworms, leaf gall, powdery mildew, leaf spot. -
Place of origin - garden origin. Old English variety. Fairbarn. 1913. -
Flower Shape - Panicles - - panicle-like cymes of flowers 1.5-2.5 (½-1in) across
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Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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Scented Plants - Scented flowers -
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Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil -
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Wildlife - Bee friendly - -
Butterfly friendly
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Phlox - Growing Guide
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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
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Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
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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™.
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Vermin & Pest Control
Slug Pellets
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Only £6.50
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