Smooth Phlox, Marsh Phlox
Phlox glaberrima (Smooth Phlox) is a clump-forming, rhizomatous perennial with large, pyramidal clusters, up to 12 in. long (30 cm), densely packed with sweetly-aromatic, tubular, rose to purplish flowers in mid-spring to early summer. Blooming for about 6-8 weeks, each blossom, 1 in. across (2.5 cm), features 5 flat, rounded petals that are partially joined. Butterflies and hummingbirds are attracted to the bright flowers which are a source of nectar in spring. The flowers are borne on stiff stems clad with thin, hairless, finely-toothed, lance-shaped, dark green leaves, 4 in. long (10 cm). Noted for its excellent resistance to powdery mildew and root rot, Smooth Phlox is a fine choice for the perennial border, cottage garden, wildflower meadow, native plant garden, or along ponds or streams. Plant in drifts for great impact and make sure you have enough for the vase!
| Hardiness |
3 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Polemoniaceae |
| Genus | Phlox |
| Common names | Phlox |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid, Late) Summer (Early) |
| Height |
2' - 4' (60cm - 120cm) |
| Spread |
2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing | 36" (90cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy |
| Native Plants | United States, Maryland, Southeast, Southwest, Midwest, Northeast, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Ohio, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, West Virginia, Virginia, Georgia, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma |
| Tolerance | Deer |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Underplanting Roses And Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow, Informal and Cottage |
| Hardiness |
3 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Polemoniaceae |
| Genus | Phlox |
| Common names | Phlox |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid, Late) Summer (Early) |
| Height |
2' - 4' (60cm - 120cm) |
| Spread |
2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing | 36" (90cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy |
| Native Plants | United States, Maryland, Southeast, Southwest, Midwest, Northeast, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Ohio, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, West Virginia, Virginia, Georgia, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma |
| Tolerance | Deer |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Underplanting Roses And Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow, Informal and Cottage |
How many Phlox glaberrima (Smooth Phlox) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Phlox glaberrima (Smooth Phlox) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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