So it thrives splendidly

How often does the upholstery phlox have to be poured?

In terms of water, the upholstery phlox is usually a relatively undemanding plant. Only in pronounced dry phases and directly after the planting you should water it regularly and in good doses. Note that potted plants placed on the patio or balcony due to the more extreme weather conditions usually have a higher water requirement than in the open field rooting plants.

When and how can the upholstery phlox be replanted?

The best Time for planting or transplanting upholstery phlox is spring. You can also have pre-grown specimens in the plant container at any time between spring and autumn Plant out as long as you are right after planting for adequate watering and in midsummer for something Provide shade.

When is the best time to cut back the upholstery phlox?

With the upholstery phlox, it is not absolutely necessary to cut back. However, it can still be useful for the following reasons:

• for obtaining cuttings for the Multiplication
• to rejuvenate the plants
• to stimulate a re-flowering

If you want to stimulate a possible re-flowering with the cut, then you should cut back the plants by about a third immediately after flowering.

Which pests and diseases affect the upholstery phlox?

To the delight of many garden owners, the upholstered phlox is usually completely spared from voracious snails. Occasionally, however, the phlox species can be infected with mildew come. The most effective measure against it is the (early) destruction of infected parts of the plant and a Change of location.

How should the upholstery phlox be optimally fertilized?

The upholstery phlox is not overly demanding on nutrients. However, it has a positive effect on the growth of these plants if you provide their beds with a fresh layer of mulch once a year in spring. Instead of solid fertilizer, only liquid fertilizer should be used, as solid fertilizer grains usually get caught in the fine plant cushions.

What should you watch out for when storing upholstery phlox?

Since the upholstered phlox species offered in this country are usually hardy, perennial species without any problems, no special winter protection is necessary. If dried shoots become visible on the plant pads before or after the winter break, you can simply do them cut off.