Product Description

Blue Moon Woodland Phlox is a spreading semi-evergreen native perennial with small hairy dark green foliage.  Dense clusters of fragrant blue-lavender flowers bloom for a month in mid spring attracting butterflies.  Grows best in bright shade and rich, moist, and well-drained soils. 

Phlox divaricata is a valuable early-season source of nectar for swallowtails, sphinx moths, and hummingbirds.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Medium Maintenance.  Powdery mildew can be a serious issue- cut down stems after flowering helps combat mildew.  Spider mites can be a problem in hot and dry climates.  Watch for rabbits.

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Rock Gardens, Woodland Garden, Wildlife Garden, Native Garden, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS: Cheddar Pinks, Solidago, Clematis

Image: Photo by cultivar413, Phlox d. Blue Moon

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