Summer phlox, or garden phlox, is a flowering perennial native to the eastern United States and southeastern Canada. An upright grower, summer phlox can grow from two to four feet tall depending on the variety with a spread of one to three feet. Summer phlox is most popular with gardeners for their large, dome-shaped clusters of flowers which come in a multitude of different color options. The shape and style of blooms make garden phlox great plants for attracting pollinators to your yard.
While pests are minimal, summer phlox do have a problem with powdery mildew in hot, humid climates like our summers can get. The best practice for combating this mildew is neem oil or a systemic multi-purpose fungicide along with division every few years to keep the plants healthy.
Summer Phlox Varieties Available at Meadows Farms
Remember, the summer phlox varieties listed below are just a selection of what Meadows Farms carries. Please call your local Meadows Farms for other varieties or special requests.