Crystal Phlox is compact perennial with an upright habit and stiff stems covered with leathery dark green foliage. Large clusters of fragrant white flowers with subtle lilac eyes bloom from late spring into mid summer and may rebloom in fall. Best flowering in full sun and rich, moist, well-drained soils. Crystal is powdery mildew resistant.
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Origins: |
Native Hybrid |
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Height: |
2' - 2.5' |
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Spread: |
2’ - 2.5’ |
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Spacing: |
2’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 8 |
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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: Staudengärtnerei Forssman, phlox_paniculata_unique_bicolor_2
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
