Louisiana Phlox
$6.50
Phlox divaricata
Phlox divaricata, also called woodland phlox, forms mats of foliage with stems typically reaching 12-15" tall. It's a woodland species that grows in rich woods and along streams. During the spring, these flowers grow loosely, with lilac, rose, and blue blooms with five flat, notched, petal-like lobes that look like petals. In addition to being hairy, stems are also sticky. The leaves are lance-shaped to elliptic in shape. Can form large colonies over time as leafy shoots spread along the ground rooting at the nodes.
Best grown in humusy, medium moisture, well-drained soil from partly to full shade. Prefers rich, moist, organic soils. Appreciates a light summer mulch which helps retain moisture and keep roots cool.
Height: 9”-12”
Spread: 9”-12”
Bloom: April-May
Light: Part Shade, Full Shade
Water: Medium
Zone: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Origin: North America
Deer Resistant: Yes
Phlox divaricata, also called woodland phlox, forms mats of foliage with stems typically reaching 12-15" tall. It's a woodland species that grows in rich woods and along streams. During the spring, these flowers grow loosely, with lilac, rose, and blue blooms with five flat, notched, petal-like lobes that look like petals. In addition to being hairy, stems are also sticky. The leaves are lance-shaped to elliptic in shape. Can form large colonies over time as leafy shoots spread along the ground rooting at the nodes.
Best grown in humusy, medium moisture, well-drained soil from partly to full shade. Prefers rich, moist, organic soils. Appreciates a light summer mulch which helps retain moisture and keep roots cool.
Height: 9”-12”
Spread: 9”-12”
Bloom: April-May
Light: Part Shade, Full Shade
Water: Medium
Zone: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Origin: North America
Deer Resistant: Yes
