Perennial Of The Day

Phlox paniculata syn. Phlox decussata 'Orange Perfection'

Summer Phlox, Fall Phlox, Garden Phlox, Perennial Phlox, Tall Phlox

Type Perennial

Hardy range 4A to 8A

Height 18" to 24" / 45cm to 60cm

Spread 10" to 12" / 25cm to 30cm

Growth rate Average

Form Upright or erect

Exposure Partial shade or partial sun to full sun

Bloom Color Orange and salmon

Bloom Time Summer and Fall

The flowers are fragrant, showy and suitable for cut flowers.

Environment This plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy or sandy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green

Culture Notes These clump-forming plants can be lifted and divided in the spring and the fall. Plant in areas with good air circulation, but protection from strong winds. Periodic pruning until mid summer will produce more stems and a later blooming plant. These plants require a lot of maintenance (winter mulching, abundant fertilizer and water, spraying every couple weeks for powdery mildew) to maintain their quality of appearance. 'Orange Perfection' has salmon-orange blossoms. 

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