Phlox paniculata 'Shockwave' - Garden Phlox - Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.

Garden Phlox

Phlox paniculata 'Shockwave'

  • Proven Winners®: ColorChoice®:
  • Tall, upright, clumping perennial
  • Fragrant lavender-pink five-petaled flowers are densely arranged in large terminal clusters
  • Blooms form on sturdy stems
  • Narrow, opposite, pointed, lance-shaped, variegated leaves
  • Leaves are an irregularly centred green with yellow margins
  • Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
  • Flower Height: 70 cm
  • Foliage Height: 50 cm

ZONE:
4

COLOUR:
Lavender

HEIGHT:
40-50 cm

SPREAD:
50-60 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


Phlox paniculata grows best in an average to moist, well-drained soil, in full sun to partial shade. This cultivar has some tolerance of drought, although flowering will be affected. A summer mulch will help keep root zones cool. Deadhead to prolong bloom time and improve overall appearance. Provide good air circulation when choosing a location for this species to reduce the potential of powdery mildew.

Characteristics & Attributes


ATTRACTS WILDLIFE:
Attracts Pollinators
GROWTH RATE:
Medium
ATTRIBUTES:
Juglan Tolerant
FLOWERING TIME:
Summer
HABIT:
Upright
Clumping
FOLIAGE COLOR:
Variegated
Green
Yellow