Upright, clump-forming perennial with pointed, veined, elliptic, green leaves. Densely packed clusters of flowers in a range of colors and bicolors such as white, pink, purple and red bloom from mid-summer to early fall. Great for borders and beds, cottage gardens and cutting gardens.
Phlox paniculata 'Flame Light Blue'
Dwarf Garden Phlox
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- Fragrant, clusters of white flowers brushed with blue
- Well branched/strong stems
- Dwarf variety; blooms earlier than taller types
- Mildew resistant
Border or Bed
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Fragrant
Garden
Ground Cover
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Grown best in moist, rich soil in full to partial sun Benefits from regular watering during dry spells, avoid overhead watering to reduce risk of powdery mildew Fertilize in spring, Divide every 2-3 years
Height: 15-18 in
Spread: 12-18 in
Spacing: 12-18 in
Price Level 1: $10.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Blue, White
Zone: 4-8
Price Level 2: 4 for $40~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Ground Cover
- Container
- Summer Bloomer
- Heat Tolerant
- Rock Garden
- Fragrant
- Garden
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Long Blooming
- Mass Planting
- Border or Bed
- Drought Tolerant
- Low Maintenance
- Native
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Creeping/Ground Cover
- Upright
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Fall
- Summer
- Spring
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Keep Well-Watered
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Phlox
Common Name: Garden Phlox
Upright, clump-forming perennial with pointed, veined, elliptic, green leaves. Densely packed clusters of flowers in a range of colors and bicolors such as white, pink, purple and red bloom from mid-summer to early fall. Great for borders and beds, cottage gardens and cutting gardens.