Phlox paniculata 'Franz Schubert'
"Garden Phlox"
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BENEFITS
Reliable garden performer providing a symphony of
lovely lilac flowers. Named for Alan Bloom’s
favorite composer.
BLOOM SEASON & HABIT
Lilac flowers from midsummer to early fall. Sturdy
foliage on stiff, erect stems.
LOCATION
Full sun. USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 8; AHS Heat Zones
9 to 4. See our Growing
Zones page to reference growing zones in your
area.
USE
Superb cut flower for back of border plantings. Nice
in mass plantings. Fragrant. Attracts butterflies.
SIZE
36” tall by 24” wide. Use 3 to 4 plants
per square yard.
CULTURE
Best in rich, well-drained acidic soils. Plant in
an area of the garden which has good air movement.
Keep well-watered and fertilized in summer for
best flowering. Remove faded flower heads to extend
blooming. Divide in spring or fall every 3 to 4
years. Also
see our
General Planting
Tips for more information.
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