Phlox paniculata 'Orange Perfection' |
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Photo Courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.
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Giant 5 to 6 inch long panicles of flaming salmon-orange flowers sit atop strong stems nearly all summer long. The compact clumps of dense, deep green foliage stand a full 3 feet tall, making them ideal for the back of the border. Phlox also makes a terrific cut flower, perfuming your home with their sweet scent.
Origin: Native Cultivar
Characteristics:
Height:
36 Inches
Spread:
18-24 Inches
Flower Color:
Gold/Orange Shades
Foliage Color:
Green shades
Sun or Shade?:
Full sun (> 6 hrs. direct sun)
Wet or dry?:
Average water needs
Want to see wings?:
Attracts butterflies
Attracts hummingbirds
How fast should it grow?:
Medium
When should it bloom?:
Midsummer
Late summer
How's your soil?:
Average Soil
Fertile Soil
Sweet or Sour Soil?:
Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0)
Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)
What's your garden style?:
Prairie
Cottage
Rain Garden
Eclectic
Phlox paniculata is unequaled for showy blooms over a long period throughout the summer. Though they are some of the most popular perennials available, they do require some maintenance to sustain their health and vigor.
Tall Garden Phlox grows best in rich, moist soil in full sun. It will thrive with bi-monthly fertilizing and consistant moisture levels. Overhead watering should be avoided since some varieties of phlox are susceptible to powdery mildew. This can be avoided or diminished by providing ample air circulation around the plants and by thinning them out periodically. Deadheading will prolong bloom time and prevent self-seeding.