PHLOX paniculata 'Chattahoochee'

Blue - lavender blue

Purple - Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violet - red-purple eyes

Height - 15cm (6in)

Spread - 30cm (12in)

Herbaceous - Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch. - low-growing perennial. Purple stems and lance-shaped leaves 2-5cm (¾-2in) long

Hardy - cold winter - Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)

Full sun

Additional Features - Good to know - cross between the praire P. pilosa and the woodland P. divaricata (wild sweet William). Masses of flowers when happy and irresistible to butterflies, but short-lived. Good air circulation around plants will combat mildew.

Pests & Diseases - stem eelworms, leaf gall, powdery mildew, leaf spot.

Place of origin - North America. Garden origin

Hardiness - Fully hardy

Scented Plants - Scented flowers - slightly fragrant

Seasonal Interest - Autumn

Summer

Soil Conditions - Neutral to acid soil

Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil

Wildlife - Bee friendly

Butterfly friendly