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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) -
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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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