Monday, September 20, 2010

Deciduous Perennial Of The Day

Phlox paniculata syn. Phlox decussata 'Bright Eyes'
Summer Phlox, Fall Phlox, Garden Phlox, Perennial Phlox, Tall Phlox

Type Perennial
Hardy range 4A to 8A
Height 20" to 24" / 50cm to 60cm
Spread 12" to 14" / 30cm to 35cm
Growth rate Average
Form Upright or erect
Exposure Partial shade or partial sun to full sun
Persistence Deciduous

Bloom Color Pink
Bloom Time Summer and Fall
The flowers are fragrant and suitable for cut flowers.

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

Leaf Color Green

Culture Notes Plants can be lifted and divided in the spring and the fall. Plant in areas with good air circulation. Periodic pruning until mid summer will produce more stems and a later blooming plant. 'Bright Eyes' has huge clusters of light pink flowers with crimson eyes.


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