Species wild sweet William
white, star-like flowers with army-green stems, and leaves

wild sweet William

Phlox divaricata 'Fuller's White'

Wild sweet William (Phlox divaricata 'Fuller's White') is a perennial flowering plant with delicate white petals and a deep lavender center. With an array of colors, this species can add beauty to any garden. The plant grows to around 12 inches tall and around the same wide. It is also generally hardy to -30 degrees Fahrenheit. Not only is wild sweet William a beautiful flower, but it also attracts a wide variety of pollinators which can help your garden flourish. Additionally, the plant is highly deer resistant. With proper care and plenty of sunlight, your wild sweet William is sure to bring you joy for years to come.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Layering Propagation,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

Cream white Flowers

Sun:

Part shade,full shade

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Wild sweet William should be watered on a regular basis to ensure optimal growth. Water deeply at least once a week if there is no rain. Soak the soil around the plant to a depth of 6 inches. Avoid over-watering by allowing the soil to dry before watering again; if the soil does not dry out after a week, reduce watering frequency. Be mindful of the weather, the soil type, and season, and adjust the frequency of watering accordingly.

sunlight

Wild sweet William (Phlox divaricata 'Fuller's White') prefers full sun with 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day. During the hottest part of the growing season, some morning shade is beneficial to help protect the plant from the intense heat and strong afternoon sunlight. In areas with extreme heat, afternoon shade may be needed for the plant to stay healthy. In areas with cooler climates, full sun is ideal to help boost blooming capabilities.

pruning

Wild sweet William (Phlox divaricata 'Fuller's White') should be pruned in early spring before new growth begins to form. If dead or diseased branches are observed on the shrub, these can be removed at any time during the year. Additionally, light shaping and tip pruning can be carried out in late spring or summer to help maintain the desired shape. Pruning should be kept to a minimum, as this species tends to become sparse and scraggly if over-pruned.

Season

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Starts Flowering

Phlox divaricata 'Fuller's White' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Phlox divaricata 'Fuller's White' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

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