perennial phlox [Peacock Cherry Red]

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A herbaceous perennial, up to 60cm high, with green, lance-shaped leaves and scented, vivid dark pink flowers in midsummer

perennial phlox [Peacock Cherry Red]

Scientific classification

Species
perennial phlox [Peacock Cherry Red] (Phlox paniculata Peacock Cherry Red)
Genus
Phlox
Family
Polemoniaceae
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Toxicity
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant type
0.5-1 metres
Height
0.1-0.5 metres
Spread
Deciduous
Foliage
Bushy
Habit
Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest
Full sun · Partial shade
Sunlight
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Distribution of perennial phlox [Peacock Cherry Red]

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of perennial phlox [Peacock Cherry Red]

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perennial phlox [Peacock Cherry Red] care guide

Keep soil evenly moist with good air circulation
Watering
Full sun · Partial shade
Sunlight
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Watering

Keep soil evenly moist with good air circulation

Fertilizing

Balanced feed in spring and during bud formation

Pruning

Deadhead to prolong flowering then cut down to the base in late autumn

Propagation

Propagate by division in autumn or spring, by basal cuttings in spring or by root cuttings in early autumn or winter

Growing

Grow in moist soil in full sun or partial shade in borders or containers

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Common pests and diseases

Diseases

May be affected by grey moulds and leafy gall; said to be resistant to powdery mildews

Pests

May be affected by stem eelworm

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