Phlox, Garden ‘Flame Blue’
Description
This outstanding dwarf selection from the FLAME™ series is one of the shortest yet introduced. It forms a bushy mound, perfect for near the front of a sunny border or in mixed container plantings. The large flower clusters are fragrant and have blue and white petals opening from dark blue buds, starting in midsummer. Remove faded flowers to encourage more buds. Attractive to butterflies. Reported to have good resistance to powdery mildew.
Additional information
| Latin Name | Phlox paniculata 'Flame Blue' |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Care | Thrives in organic, moist to moderately dry soil. Good air circulation and consistent soil moidture is helpful in controlling powdery mildew. |
| Light Requirements | |
| Habit | Upright |
| Plant Height | 12-20 Inches |
| Plant Width | 16-18 Inches |
| Foliage | Light green, mildew resistant foliage. |
| Bloom | Large clusters of fragrant, light blue flowers bloom through summer. |
| Zone | |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Container Use, Cut/Dried Flower, Drought Tolerant, Fragrant |
| Container Size | |
| Peak Season(s) |
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