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 'Nicky'
Garden Phlox
Phlox paniculata 'Nicky' - Garden Phlox from Moose Crossing Garden Center
- Large, fragrant clusters of magenta-purple flowers
- Stiff, upright stems with mid-green leaves
- Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies
- Mildew resistant
Border or Bed
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Fragrant
Garden
Ground Cover
Heat Tolerant
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: 36-48 in
Spread: 24-30 in
Spacing: 16-24 in
Price Level 1: $10.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Magenta, Purple
Zone: 4-9
Price Level 2: 4 for $40~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Ground Cover
- Border or Bed
- Summer Bloomer
- Rock Garden
- Fragrant
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Low Maintenance
- Native
- Mass Planting
- Garden
- Drought Tolerant
- Heat Tolerant
- Naturalizing
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
- Creeping/Ground Cover
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Fall
- Summer
- Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Keep Well-Watered
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Average Water
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.