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Perennial phlox

Phlox paniculata

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'Perennial phlox' is a plant in the Phlox genus with a scientific name of Phlox paniculata. The botanical name epithet for Perennial phlox (paniculata) means 'paniculate'.

Native to the eastern US.

Perennial phlox grows as a perennial and is a flower. Being a perennial plant, it tends to grow best over several years (approx 3 years and greater). Perennial phlox is known for growing to a height of approximately 1.10 metres (3.57 feet). This plant tends to bloom in mid summer, followed by first harvests in mid autumn. Try planting Perennial phlox if you'd like to attract butterflies to your garden. Popular varieties of Perennial phlox with home gardeners are David, Bright Eyes, Nicky, Starfire, and Delta Snow.

United States is believed to be where Perennial phlox originates from.

Perennial phlox is normally quite a low maintenance plant and is normally very easy to grow - great for beginner gardeners!

This plant info is provided by the myfolia gardener's wiki. All details about Perennial phlox have been kindly provided by our members.

How to grow Perennial phlox

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Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Zone 4 to 8 are typically the USDA Hardiness Zones that are appropriate for this plant (although this can vary based on your microclimate). Ideally plant in loamy soil and try to keep the ph of your soil between the range of 6.1 and 7.8 as Perennial phlox likes to be in acidic to alkaline soil. Keep in mind when planting that Perennial phlox is thought of as very hardy, so this plant will tend to survive through freezing conditions.

Growing Perennial phlox from seed

Direct sow outdoors in fall, or under a coldframe or unheated greenhouse in the winter.

Transplanting Perennial phlox

Harvesting Perennial phlox

Cut flowers for indoor display whenever you like. Use pruning shears or scissors for clean cut.

Companion plants for Perennial phlox

These plants have been known to grow well alongside Perennial phlox so consider planting:

Coneflower¹
Daylily¹
Perennial Salvia¹
Shasta Daisy¹

Repellent plants for Perennial phlox

These plants will not grow well with Perennial phlox so avoid planting these within close proximity:

Common Perennial phlox problems

These problems, diseases and pests are known to affect Perennial phlox plants:

Powdery mildew¹
root rot¹

slugs¹
snails¹
spider mites¹
rabbits¹

Other names for Perennial phlox

Phlox, Garden phlox

Phlox paniculata L.

Perennial phlox care instructions

Category The lifecycle that this Perennial phlox exhibits. Perennial Difficulty How easy is Perennial phlox to grow? Very easy 1/5
Lifecycle The lifecycle that this Perennial phlox exhibits. Perennial Growth Habit What shape or habit does Perennial phlox grow into? Help build our wiki!
Hardiness How frost hardy is Perennial phlox? Very Hardy Country of Origin Where did Perennial phlox come from? United States
Mature Height How tall does Perennial phlox grow? 1.10 metres / 3.57 feet Mature Spread How wide does Perennial phlox grow? 1.00 metres / 3.25 feet
USDA Zone Range Which zones does Perennial phlox grow best in? Zone 4 to Zone 8 pH Range The level of acidity for Perennial phlox. 6.1 - 7.8
Water Requirements How much water does Perennial phlox require? Medium Nitrogen Requirements How much nitrogen fertilizer does Perennial phlox need? Help build our wiki!
Soil What sort of soil should I plant Perennial phlox in? Loam Sun How much sunlight does Perennial phlox need to grow? Full Sun
Can Sow Direct? Can Perennial phlox be sown directly? Yes Sowing Depth How deep to plant Perennial phlox? Help build our wiki!
Sowing Distance Apart How far apart to plant Perennial phlox? Help build our wiki! Sowing Row Distance Apart How far apart to plant rows of Perennial phlox? Help build our wiki!
Ideal Germination Temperature Range What temperatures does Perennial phlox need in order to germinate? Help build our wiki! to Help build our wiki! Growing Temperatures What temperatures are best to grow Perennial phlox in? -34°C / -29°F to Help build our wiki!
Planting Distance Apart How far apart to plant Perennial phlox seedlings. 55.0 cm / 1.79 feet Planting Row Distance Apart How far apart to plant rows of Perennial phlox seedlings. Help build our wiki!
Bloom Time When will Perennial phlox bloom? Mid Summer Harvest Time When is Perennial phlox ready for harvest? Mid Autumn
Pruning Time When should I prune Perennial phlox? Mid Autumn

How long does Perennial phlox take to grow?

These estimates for how long Perennial phlox takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world. Start logging and journaling your observations to participate!

Days to Germination How long does it take Perennial phlox to germinate? 12 days Average 12 days | Min 6 days | Max 139 days (4)
Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out Perennial phlox? + 26 days Average 26 days | Min 26 days | Max 26 days (1)
Days to Maturity How long until Perennial phlox is ready for harvest / bloom? + 196 days Average 196 days | Min 60 days | Max 1930 days (20)
Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow Perennial phlox? = 234 days

Footnotes

¹ “Phlox paniculata” :http://www.daytonnursery.com/Encyclopedia/Perennials/Phlox%20paniculata.htm

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