Features
Very dark, magenta violet flower panicles are held above a full, bushy habit of bright green foliage. An improvement on the industry-standard 'Nicky', with darker stems and buds, bronzed leaves, more floriferous performance, and better resistance to powdery mildew.
Tall Garden Phlox are a favorite in the garden but often are plagued by powdery mildew in hot, humid conditions. These varieties are selected especially for their improved resistance over typical Phlox paniculata varieties. With beautiful colors and incredible performance, these are varieties to plant and watch them grow, with little work required.
These perennials are a favorite of gardeners around the world and a staple of North American native gardens. Be sure to locate these plants in full sun for the best flowering performance and to help avoid powdery mildew concerns. A favorite of pollinators.
- Fragrant Flower
- Disease Resistant
- Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
- Native to North America
CHARACTERISTICS
- Plant Type: Perennial
- Height Category: Tall
- Garden Height: 32 - 36 Inches
- Spacing: 28 - 32 Inches
- Spread: 28 - 32 Inches
- Flower Colors: Purple
- Flower Shade: Magenta violet
- Foliage Colors: Green
- Foliage Shade: Bright green
- Habit: Upright
- Container Role: Thriller
PLANT NEEDS
- Light Requirement: Part Sun to Sun
- Maintenance Category: Easy
- Bloom Time: Mid - Late Summer
- Hardiness Zones: 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
- Water Category: Average
- Soil Fertility Requirement: Average Soil, Fertile Soil
- Uses: Border Plant, Container, Cut Flower, Landscape, Mass Planting
- Maintenance Notes: Grows best in consistently moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Thrives with regular fertilization. Provide good air circulation.
Photos provided by Walters Gardens, Inc
