This clump forming perennial has erect stout stems that form a bushy habit. It has mid-green elliptical toothed leaves and the crimson, scarlet, rose or bi-colour trumpet-shaped flowers appear in a rounded cluster above the foliage from summer to autumn.

Hardiness zones 4 to 10

Phlox paniculata is naturally found in northern and eastern America growing in well drained organic rich moist light soils in a wind protected sunny position and is frost tolerant but drought tender.

Perennial Phlox is grown for its flowers and bushy habit. It is planted in perennial borders in small or cottage gardens for colour. It is suitable for inland and coastal regions establishing in one season. Is also mass planted for bedding displays and the flowers are used in floral arrangements. It is a hardy and is easy to grow in cool to warm climates. ID 273

Phlox(floks) paniculata(pa-nik-ew-LAH-ta)

'Phlox': a flame (refers to the colour of some flowers)

Polemoniaceae(po-le-moh-nee-AY-see-ee))
Phlox Family