This is how it thrives best

The best location and the right watering

Phlox does not tolerate waterlogging, but depending on the variety he definitely needs a slightly moist soil. If this is permeable, excess water can drain off easily. The location should be sunny to partially shaded depending on the variety. Especially during the Heyday Phlox would like to be watered regularly. You may add a little liquid fertilizer to the irrigation water once or twice a month.

Diseases of the Phlox

Phlox is not necessarily one of the toughest plants. mildew and elk are the most common Diseases or pests from which it suffers. Good care and a soil that is not protected from drying out provide quite good protection. Many newer varieties are more resistant than the known old types.

Phlox in winter

the perennial species the flame flower are good winterproof. They usually don't need protection from the cold. A thick layer

Mulch(€ 13.95 at Amazon *) protects the soil from drying out. Some varieties really react to the blazing sun. That can too in the winter be a problem. These varieties require sun protection.

Phlox reproduce by dividing

During the flowering period, the plants put all their energy into their flowers. One division at this point means additional stress for your flame flower. It is therefore better to choose a different time, such as late autumn or winter. The ideal time for a Multiplication The months of November and December are due to root cuttings. Of course, there should be no frost then.

The most important care tips:

• Avoid waterlogging
• possibly plant resistant varieties
• Multiplication by sharing
• possibly choose a hardy variety

Tips & Tricks

By dividing you get many identical plants and you can certainly make other garden lovers happy with your phlox.