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    PHLOX divaricata 'Chattahoochee'
    PHLOX divaricata 'Chattahoochee'
    © Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only.
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    PHLOX divaricata 'Chattahoochee' PHLOX divaricata 'Chattahoochee' PHLOX divaricata 'Chattahoochee' PHLOX divaricata 'Chattahoochee' Artemisia abrotanum, Monarda ‘Prairie Night’, Eryngium ‘Picos Blue’ and Blue Phlox © Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. Calamagrostis, Phlox, Agapanthus ‘Albus’ and Hydrangea villosa © Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. DEUTZIA x hybrida 'Strawberry Fields' and PHLOX paniculata 'Chattahoochee' © Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. Echinacea purpurea, Blue Phlox and Hydrangea paniculata ‘Phantom’ © Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only.
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    PHLOX divaricata 'Chattahoochee'

    Commonly known as Border phlox

    AWARD
    Prostrate form with startling lavender-blue flowers
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    1.5 to 2 Litre   - Click to view photo
    Delivery Information
    Available again from summer 2026
    £13.00 each 
    MULTIBUY SAVING
    Any 3+ £11.00 each
    Available again from summer 2026 - Could be any time, June through to end August. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
     
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    • 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
    • Blue
      Lavender blue
    • Purple
      Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violet
      Red-purple eyes
    • Border
      Suitable for a mixed or herbaceous border
    • Cottage garden
    • Fully hardy
    • Height
      15cm (6in)
    • Spread
      30cm (12in)
    • Herbaceous
      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)
    • Scented flowers
      Slightly fragrant
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Neutral to acid soil
    • Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
    • Full sun
    • Bee friendly
    • Butterfly friendly
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    Phlox - Growing Guide
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    Photo of Artemisia abrotanum, Monarda ‘Prairie Night’, Eryngium ‘Picos Blue’ and Blue Phlox planted together
    Artemisia abrotanum, Monarda ‘Prairie Night’, Eryngium ‘Picos Blue’ and Blue Phlox
    Photo of Calamagrostis, Phlox, Agapanthus ‘Albus’ and Hydrangea villosa planted together
    Calamagrostis, Phlox, Agapanthus ‘Albus’ and Hydrangea villosa
    Photo of DEUTZIA x hybrida 'Strawberry Fields' and PHLOX paniculata 'Chattahoochee' planted together
    DEUTZIA x hybrida 'Strawberry Fields' and PHLOX paniculata 'Chattahoochee'
    Photo of Echinacea purpurea, Blue Phlox and Hydrangea paniculata ‘Phantom’ planted together
    Echinacea purpurea, Blue Phlox and Hydrangea paniculata ‘Phantom’
    Photo of Violet Phlox, Miscanthus sinensis, Persicaria ampexicaulis, Buddleia davidii and Persicaria alpina planted together
    Violet Phlox, Miscanthus sinensis, Persicaria ampexicaulis, Buddleia davidii and Persicaria alpina
    Photo of Violet Phlox, Miscanthus sinensis, Persicaria ampexicaulis, Buddleia davidii, Persicaria alpina, Sedum ‘Brilliant’ and Salvia ‘Embers Wish’ planted together
    Violet Phlox, Miscanthus sinensis, Persicaria ampexicaulis, Buddleia davidii, Persicaria alpina, Sedum ‘Brilliant’ and Salvia ‘Embers Wish’

    Useful extras...

    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.
    800g
    £6.50
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Afterplant - Grow Your Own
    AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
    1ltr
    £8.50
    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™.
    1 ltr
    £8.50
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