Ozzie's Purple Woodland Phlox is a spreading semi-evergreen native perennial with small hairy dark green foliage. Loose clusters of fragrant blue-purple flowers bloom in 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.
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Origins: |
East N. America; GA Native |
Height: |
1' - 1.5' |
Spread: |
1’ - 1.5’ |
Spacing: |
1.5’ |
USDA Hardiness Zone: |
3 - 8 |
Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Purple |
Season of Interest: |
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: Peter Stevens, Purple Phlox
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown
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