Triple Play Smooth Phlox is an upright native perennial with a basal clump of stiff upright stems and ever variegated foliage that is mild green with creamy yellow edges flushed with pink when it emerges before the pink fades to more cream. Loose clusters of fragrant lavender flowers with rounded lobes bloom from late spring into summer. Best flowering in full sun and rich, consistently moist, well-drained soils.
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Origins: |
Southeast N. America; GA Native |
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Height: |
1' - 1.5' |
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Spread: |
2' - 3’ |
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Spacing: |
2.5’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 8 |
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Bloom Color: |
Purple |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. This species is noted for its resistance to powdery mildew and root rot. Spider mites can be an issue, particularly in hot dry conditions. Watch for rabbits.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, , Naturalized Areas, Rock Gardens, Wildlife Garden, Native Garden, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Beardtongue, Speedwell, Clematis
