hairy phlox
Also known as: prairie phlox
An upright, clump-forming herbaceous perennial to a height of 60cm, with lance-shaped, pointed deep green leaves and clusters of starry, pale purple-pink scented flowers at the tops of the stems from late spring to midsummer
Scientific classification
- Species
- hairy phlox (Phlox pilosa)
- Genus
- Phlox
- Family
- Polemoniaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Tufted · Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of hairy phlox
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of hairy phlox
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hairy phlox care guide
- Moderate steady watering, maintain consistent slight soil dampness
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Moderate steady watering, maintain consistent slight soil dampness
Fertilizing
FertilizingDiluted general flower fertilizer every three weeks in summer growth
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by stem cuttings in late spring or by seed in spring
Growing
GrowingGrows in full sun and fertile, moist, but well-drained soil in full sun. Will grow in light shade, but flowers best in sun
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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