Which varieties of phlox are perennial?
The tall-growing phlox amplifolia belongs to the perennial species of the flame flower, and because of its large leaves it bears the German name large-leaf phlox. It is not only very decorative but also quite robust and largely resistant to the dreaded mildew. It tolerates a longer dry period better than some other varieties and it also thrives in the Penumbra pretty good.
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The meadow phlox (Phlox maculata) can reach a height of up to one meter. It should be shared every two to three years. Through this multiply and rejuvenate the plants. The flowering time of the meadow phlox is June to August. Then cut it and it will bloom again.
Phlox goes very well with other flowers. Create a contrasting bed on which you can mix pink Phlox paniculata with yellow Sun hat, white Gypsophila or the blue one Globe thistle combine. Or would you prefer a tone-on-tone bed? In summer you will be able to look forward to a very special splendor of flowers.
Phlox as a ground cover
Are you looking for a plant that stays on the small side? Even then, there is a suitable phlox for you. The choice of Ground cover is not even that small. There is, for example, the wandering phlox (Phlox stolonifera), which becomes about 30 cm high and spreads relatively quickly through root runners. His Heyday extends from April to June.
The carpet phlox (Phlox subulata) and the upholstery phlox (Phlox douglasii) also remain small. Both like a sandy soil and tolerate the blazing sun. This makes them ideal for planting a rock garden.
The essentials in brief:
- Perennial perennials are hardy
- some varieties need sun protection in winter
- large variety of growth forms
- different flowering times
Tips & Tricks
If you want to combine phlox with other plants, not only do the colors have to match, but also the needs of the location.
