Horticulture/Phlox paniculata

Phlox paniculataPhlox paniculataSummer Phlox Phlox paniculata flower.jpg Phlox paniculata Polemoniaceae herbaceous perennial Phlox paniculata is an herbaceous perennial widely grown for its showy panicles of large, sweet-scented flowers borne from early summer through autumn. Description The plants are clump-forming and erect, with terminal panicles of trumpet-shaped flowers. Flower colors vary from white through pink, red, purple, and nearly blue. Growing Conditions Performs best in full sun with humus-rich, well-drained soils. Varieties Numerous varieties are available in the trade. Modern cultivars have been selected for resistance to powdery mildews. Uses Grown for the showy flowers, which are also attractive to both hummingbirds and butterflies. Flowers hold up well in the vase as well. Maintenance Deadheading encourages rebloom. Propagation Self-sows readily. Cultivars are generally reproduced by cuttings or tissue culture. Harvest Pests and Diseases Powdery mildew is a serious issue for this species. See ..Phlox/ for a list of pests and diseases affecting the genus. References 7.12.13 species y y y y y y y y y y y y y y y y 7.12.13