Backlight Phlox is a native compact perennial with a bushy habit and sturdy stems covered with dark green lance-shaped foliage. Well formed panicles of large fragrant clear white flowers bloom from mid to late summer. Best flowering in full sun and rich, moist, well-drained soils. The Luminary series has improved disease resistance.
Phlox paniculata provides nectar to butterflies, skippers, Sphinx and Hummingbird moths, and hummingbirds.
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Type: |
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Origins: |
East N. America; GA Native |
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Height: |
2' - 2.5' |
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Spread: |
1.5' - 2’ |
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Spacing: |
2’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
3 - 8 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Medium Maintenance. Water regularly, but do not water from overhead or overcrowd plants to avoid powdery mildew. Cut to ground and clean garden area in winter helps prevent mildew infection in next growing season. Spider mites can be a problem in hot and dry climates. Taller stems may need staking. Deadheading prolongs bloom.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, , Naturalized Areas, Rock Gardens, Wildlife Garden, Native Garden, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Beardtongue, Speedwell, Clematis
IMAGE: Photoset by Proven Winners, Luminary® 'Backlight'
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
