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PHLOX paniculata 'Starfire'
Commonly known as Border phlox
Dark foliage, red flowers
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Height - 90cm (36in) -
Spread - 50cm (20in)
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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 with lance-shaped, toothed, thin leaves 5-13cm (2-5in) long. Produces panicles of flowers 1.5-2.5cm (½-1in) across
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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. Netherlands. 1937. B Ruys, Moerheim Nursery. -
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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