Phlox paniculata Garden phlox (Polemoniaceae)

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Phlox paniculata
Garden phlox
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The Phlox paniculata plant species is found in N. America - New Jersey to N. Carolina, west to Ohio and south to Louisiana. It is a member of the Polemoniaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Garden phlox.

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Latin Name:  Phlox paniculata
Common Name:  Garden phlox
Family:  Polemoniaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.2   Mature Width:  0.6

Habitat:  Open woods, scrub, sides of streams and on hillsides, often on limestone[187].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a rich moist soil with ample moisture in the summer[187]. Succeeds in heavy or light soils so long as they are moist[1]. Grows in full sun or semi-shade, succeeding in the light dappled shade of woodland edges[200]. Plants are hardy to at least -20°c[187]. A very ornamental plant[233], it hybridizes freely with other members of this genus[200]. The type species is rarely cultivated[188] but a number of varieties have been selected for their ornamental value[187]. The flowers emit a deliciously sweet perfume, though some people find it unpleasant especially as the flowers start to fade[245]. A good butterfly plant[30].

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