Phlox paniculata 'Shortwood' typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.
garden phlox
Phlox paniculata 'Shortwood'
Also Known As - border phlox,common phlox,common phloxGarden phlox (Phlox paniculata 'Shortwood') is an attractive perennial flower with a nice, neat habit and long bloom period. It reaches a height of up to 2 feet and features delicate, tubular-shaped flowers that come in shades of pink, magenta, white, and purples. The fragrant blooms attract hummingbirds and butterflies. It is quite drought tolerant and grows well in well-drained soil. With its ability to tolerate sunlight and shade, 'Shortwood' can be used in both borders and containers, where it will thrive for years.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
Pink-purple to white Flowers In Summer
Sun:
full sun
Soil:
Rocky , gravelly , dry, Well-drained
Fruits:
green Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Garden phlox should be watered once a week in the absence of rainfall. Make sure the soil is damp but not soggy by thoroughly watering the plants until water is seen coming out of the bottom of the pot. You should water garden phlox deeply to a depth of 2 or 3 inches per week. During dry and hot weather, it may be necessary to water more frequently.
sunlight
Garden phlox (Phlox paniculata 'Shortwood') prefers full sun for optimal growth and bloom. During the summer months, the plant should receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. In the winter, the amount of direct sunlight can be reduced to 4 hours or less, as long as it still receives bright indirect light for the remainder of the day.
pruning
Garden phlox should be pruned annually, preferably in late fall or early spring. Cut out any dead or diseased wood and reduce the overall height and width of the shrub by 1-third. Make sure to leave 1-3 healthy canes. Pruning older, woody stems with few leaves near the base of the plant will encourage bushier, healthier growth. If desired, prune further to leave only the brightest, fullest blooms for the next season. Trimming off faded flowers, in a process called “deadheading”, will also help to promote additional blooms.
Season
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Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Phlox paniculata 'Shortwood' typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Phlox paniculata 'Shortwood' is in July and August.
