Phlox

Phlox adsurgens ( Periwinkle Phlox )
A moderate growing, groundcover perennial forming a mat up to 12 x 20 inches, that is native to the western Oregon to northwest California.
The glossy mid-green, oval leaves are up to an inch in length.
The star-shaped, pink flowers, up to 1 inch across, are borne late spring into summer.
Hardy zones 3 to 8 in sun to partial shade on acidic to neutral, humus-rich, well drained soil. Partial to cool partial shade is preferrable where summer s are hot ( not tolerant of hot humid summers of the southeastern U.S. ).

'Wagon Wheel'
Pink flowers

Phlox amoena ( Hairy Phlox )
A spreading perennial, reaching up to 10 inches in height, that is native from Kentucky to central North Carolina; south to Mississippi to northern Florida. The pink flowers, up to 0.7 inches wide, are borne during early spring. Hardy zones 3 to 8

* USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database

Phlox x arendsii
Hybrid Phlox that resembles Phlox paniculata but is shorter ( maximum size of 3.5 x 3 feet ) and more mildew resistant.
The flowers appear early to mid summer.
Hardy zones 3 to 9 in full sun to partial shade on moist, fertile, well drained soil.

'Anja'
Purple flowers

'Lisbeth'
Lavender blue flowers.

'Pink Attraction'
Reaches up to 4 x 3 feet, bearing abundant, fragrant, large, hot-pink flowers from mid-summer until autumn frost if deadheaded.

'Purple Star'
Reaches up to 20 inches, bearing abundant, intense purplish-pink flowers borne on large clusters late spring into early summer.

'Suzanne'
Reaches up to 3.5 x 3 feet forming a perennial clump of mildew resistant foliage
and a summer display of fragrant light pink to white ( eyed red ) flowers.

Phlox bifida ( Sand Phlox )
A low mounding perennial, reaching up to 10 inches x 2 feet, that is native to dry cliffs and sandy soils in the central U.S. ( from Iowa to Wisconsin to southern Michigan; south to eastern Oklahoma to Arkansas to Tennessee.
The narrow, lance to elliptical leaves, up to 2.3 inches in length, are bright green.
During very hot, dry summers; the foliage will go brown and dormant. Looks great plants with deeper colored Heuchera.
The abundant, lavender flowers, up to 0.7 inches across, with deeply notched petals, are borne during early to mid spring. The flowers appear about a week before that of P. subulata.
Hardy zones 4 to 8 in full sun to partial shade on humus-rich, well drained soil that is moderately moist during summer. Drought and alkaline soil tolerant, it even grows on sand dunes.

* USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database

* photos of unknown internet source

'Betty Blake'
Dwarf in habit, reaching up to 3 inches x 1 foot, and is not self layering.
The needle-like leaves, up to 1 inch in length, are glossy green.
The very abundant flowers are deep lavender-blue.
Hardy zones 3a to 8

'Mina Colvin'
A hybrid between P. bifida and Phlox subulata forming a low growing mat up to 12 x 16 inches or wider with age.
The flowers during spring are white with deeply cut petals.
The leaves are narrow and needle-like.

Phlox buckleyi ( Swordleaf Phlox )
A stolon-spreading, semi-evergreen to evergreen perennial forming a leafy clump up to 1.5 x 2 feet, that is native to West Virginia and western Virginia where it is rare. It is mostly found on shale outcrops in the wild. Forms an excellent groundcover when planted closely.
The willowy narrow leaves, up to 5 inches in length, are luxuriant mid to deep green.
The rosy purple flowers are borne on stalks up to 1.5 feet in height over a long season lasting late spring to early summer. The flowers attract butterflies.
Hardy zones 4 to 8 in full sun to light shade on just about any well drained soil. It is drought tolerant. Deadhead old flower stems to encourage more foliage growth.

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Phlox carolina ( Carolina Phlox )
A clumping perennial, reaching up to 4 x 2.5 ( rarely over 2.5 ) feet, that is native to open woodlands in the southeastern U.S.( from Missouri to southern Indiana to Maryland; south to Louisiana to southern Georgia ).
The narrow ovate leaves, up to 5 inches in length, are mid-green. The foliage is mildew resistant.
The white, pink or purple flowers up to 0.7 inches across are borne on dense rounded clusters during early to mid summer, sometimes randomly repeating until autumn frost. Carolina Phlox is similar to Phlox paniculata but blooms almost a month earlier.
Hardy zones 3 to 9 in full sun to partial shade on average to moist, fertile, well drained soil. Deadheading after the first flush of blooms will encourage re-bloom during autumn. Resistant to powdery mildew.

* photo taken on May 17 2024 in Howard Co., MD

'Magnificence'
Intense purplish-pink flowers borne in large heads.

'Miss Lingard'
Compact growing, up to 4 x 3 feet with mildew resistant, glossy green foliage.
The very fragrant, large, pure white flowers are borne on large heads up to 6 inches across, from early summer until autumn frosts.

'Rosalinde'
Deep pink flowers; otherwise identical to species.

Phlox 'Chattahoochee' ( Chattahoochee Phlox )
Originally discovered in the wilds of northern Georgia, this is a groundcover perennial reaching up to 16 x 28 inches, forming colonies by rooting stems. It is a hybrid between Phlox pilosa & P. divaricata laphamii.
The lance-shaped leaves, up to 2 inches in length, are glossy deep green.
The fragrant, large, brilliant lavender-blue ( with deep red eye ) flowers up to an inch across are borne over a long season from mid-spring to early summer.
Hardy zones 4 to 9 ( 3 possible but not fully tested ) and prefers cool light shade on fertile, moist soil. Prune plants back lightly after flowering.

* photos taken on May 15 2011 in Columbia, MD


* photo taken on Apr 4 2017 in Elkridge, MD

* photo taken on Apr 16 2022 in Columbia, MD

Phlox diffusa ( Spreading Phlox )
A low, woody-based, spreading perennial, reaching up to 8 inches in height, that is native to western North America ( from Vancouver Island to Lilloet, British Columbia to Cranbrook, B.C to extreme southwest Alberta to western South Dakota; south to central California to central Nevada to western Nevada ). It is very similar in appearance and habit to Phlox subulata.
The linear leaves, up to 0.7 inches long, are bright green.
The pale lavender ( rarely white, pink or purple ) flowers appear during mid-spring.
Hardy zones 4 to 8 in full sun on dry, sandy or gravelly, well drained soil. It generally has a deep taproot and doe not transplant well once established.

* historical archive photo

Phlox divaricata ( Woodland Phlox )
A spreading, semi-evergreen perennial, reaching up to 1.5 feet x 3.5 feet, vigorously spreading by creeping underground shoots to eventually form large colonies that often blanket the woodland floor. Some records include: average width in 4 years - 2 feet.
The Woodland Phlox is native to moist rich woodlands in eastern North America ( from southeast South Dakota to central Minnesota to northern Wisconsin to Cape Croker, Ontario to southeast Quebec; south to southern Texas to far northwestern Florida ). In the Windsor/Essex County, Ontario region; it was abundant around Point Pelee, the Lake Erie islands, the Ohio shore as well as at Detroit during the 1800s.
The oval, hairy, oppositely-arranged, lance-shaped or elliptical leaves, up to 2 x 1 inch in size, are mid to deep green. On sites that are too hot and dry, it will go brown and dormant during summer.
The fragrant flowers, up to 1.5 ( rarely more than 1 ) inches across, are borne in loose clusters during mid to late spring, They vary heavily from pink to blue. Among the earliest bloomers in spring, the Woodland Phlox generally blooms 4 to 6 weeks. This plant is important for providing early spring nectar to butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hardy zones 3 to 8 in full sun to partial shade on a humus rich, moist, well drained soil. They have a shallow root systems that prefers cool soil, so a summer mulch is recommended.
Rabbits can be a problem and so can powdery mildew though not commonly. Cutting back after flowering promotes new growth and clean healthy foliage. Maintaining good air circulation is important. Deer resistant. Older clumps can be divided.

* photo taken on April 2012 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on May 6 2015 in Ellicott City, MD

* photos taken on May 8 2015 in Elkridge, MD

* photos taken on Apr 17 2016 @ U.S. National Arboretum, DC

* photo taken on Apr 20 2017 in Columbia, MD

'Blue Dreams'
Lilac blue fragrant blooms.

'Blue Moon'
Reaches up to 1 x 3 feet, with very fragrant, intense dark blue flowers borne on very large clusters.

* photo taken on June 10 2014 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Apr 24 2015 in Elkridge, MD

* photo taken on Apr 17 2016 @ U.S. National Arboretum, DC

* photo taken on Apr 5 2017 in Elkridge, MD

* photos taken on Apr 23 2017 @ Brookside Gardens, Wheaton, MD

* photos taken on Apr 21 2019 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 30 2019 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 21 2020 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on May 1 2020 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on May 6 2021 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on May 2 2022 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 20 2023 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 11 2024 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 16 2024 in Columbia, MD

'Clouds of Perfume'
A great groundcover in light shade, reaching up to 1.7 x 3.5 feet.
The fragrant bright blue flowers are borne late April into early May.

* photos taken on Apr 17 2016 @ U.S. National Arboretum, DC

'Dirigo Ice'
Reaches up to 15 inches in height with very bright blue flowers in May and June.

* photos taken on Apr 17 2016 @ U.S. National Arboretum, DC

'Eco Notchless White'
Exceptionally heat tolerant white flowering.

'Eco Texas Purple'
Flowers are deep purple with a purplish-red eye; it is otherwise identical to species.

'Fuller's White'
Pure white flowers; otherwise identical to species.

* photos taken on Apr 14 2016 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 22 2016 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 20 2017 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on May 12 2022 in Columbia, MD

'Laphamii'
A subspecies from the midwest, reaching up to 14 inches in height, that bears intense blue flowers.

* photos taken on Apr 17 2016 @ U.S. National Arboretum, DC

'London Grove Blue'
Reaches up to 15 inches in height with compact, wide spreading foliage with light blue flowers in spring. The foliage turns burgundy red in winter. Cutting back after blooming promotes new growth. An excellent choice for carpeting shady areas.

* photo taken on May 4 2013 in Catonsville, MD

* photos of unknown internet source

* photos taken on May 2 2015 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 17 2016 @ U.S. National Arboretum, DC

* photos taken on Apr 12 2017 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on May 6 2018 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Apr 27 2019 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on May 14 2021 in Columbia, MD

'Lousiana Purple'
Reaches up to 10 inches in height. Intense deep purple flowers during mid-spring.

'Manita'
Fast growing, reaching at least 1 x 2 feet.
The very abundant, large flowers are white with a deep violet eye.

* photos taken on Apr 17 2016 @ U.S. National Arboretum, DC

'May Breeze'
Reaches up to 1.5 feet with sweetly fragrant very light blue flowers in mid spring.

* photo taken on Apr 14 2014 in Mt Airy, MD

* photo taken on May 3 2014 in Baltimore Co., MD

* photo taken on Apr 24 2015 in Elkridge, MD

* photo taken on Apr 16 2021 in Columbia, MD

'Montrose Tri-color'
Green foliage is variegated pink and white. The fragrant lavender blue flowers are borne in late spring.

'Parksville Beach'
Same as species, but shorter ( 6 inches x 2.5 feet in 5 years ) with fragrant, intense bright purplish-pink flowers on short spikes. It makes an excellent groundcover.

'Plum Perfect'
Very vigorous with fragrant, intense reddish-purple flowers.
It is more mildew resistant and heat / humidity tolerant than other forms of Phlox divaricata.

'Tika'
Fast growing to at least 1 x 2 feet, bearing purplish-blue flowers.

'Woodlanders Lilac'
Extra vigorous, reaching up to 6 x 24 inches
The foliage is mid-green.
The extra large, lilac-blue flowers are borne in large clusters during early spring. Hardy zones 4 to 8

* photos taken on Apr 24 2024 in Elkridge, MD

'Woodlanders Rose'
Extra vigorous, reaching up to 6 x 24 inches
The foliage is mid-green.
The extra large, pale pink flowers are borne in large clusters during early spring. Hardy zones 4 to 8

* photo taken on Apr 24 2024 in Elkridge, MD

Phlox douglasii ( Tufted Phlox )
Also called Phlox caespitosa. An evergreen, groundcover perennial native to western North America ( British Columbia to central Montana; south to central California to northern New Mexico ) that forms mid green tufted hammocks of foliage up to 8 x 20 inches in size. It is very similar to Phlox subulata and is resistant to mildew.
The abundant, fragrant flowers, up to 0.5 inches across, borne during mid to late spring, vary in color.
Hardy zones 2 to 9 in full sun on well drained soil. Moderately drought tolerant.

* USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database

'Blue Eyes'
Vigorous growing, forming a mat up to 6 x 24 inches. A heavy bloomer with white flowers with light blue eyes. It blooms on and off all season long.

'Boothman's Variety'
Forms a low growing mound reaching up to 4 inches x 2 feet with lavender-violet flowers with a purple eye in May.

'Coral Eye'
Forms a mat of green foliage with white flowers with a coral eye, borne in May and June.

'Cracker Jack'
Forms a vigorous mat of fine foliage and large, bright red flowers in May and June.

'Eve'
Flowers are pink with a crimson red eye

'Lilac Queen'
Vigorous growing with pale lilac color flowers.

'May Snow'
White flowers

'Red Admiral'
Compact with crimson-red flowers.

* photos taken by Milan Havlis, owner of central Europe's premier plant nursery

'Rose Cushion'
Soft pink flowers.

'Waterloo'
Very compact growing, forming a flat mat of fine foliage and deep purple flowers from late May into June.

Phlox 'Fastionable Early Crystal'
A perennial, forming a clump up to 3.2 x 3.1 feet in 2 years. It is a hybrid between Phlox maculata ‘Alpha’ and Phlox ‘Amethyst Pearl’
The foliage is bright green, later turning to glossy deep green. The smooth-edged, lance-shaped leaves are up to 4 x 0.8 inches in size.
The fragrant, pure white ( with lavender-purple eye ) flowers, up to 1.3 inches long, appear during early summer and lasting about 5 weeks, repeating during early and mid autumn.
Hardy zones 4 to 8 in full sun. It has excellent mildew resistance.

* photo taken on Sep 17 2023 in Burtonsville, MD

* photo taken on July 9 2024 in Columbia, MD

* patent photo

Phlox 'Fastionably Early Princess'
A perennial, forming a clump up to 3.2 x 3.1 feet in 2 years. It is a hybrid between Phlox maculata ‘Alpha’ and Phlox ‘Amethyst Pearl’
The foliage is bright green, later turning to glossy deep green. The smooth-edged, lance-shaped leaves are up to 4 x 0.8 inches in size.
The fragrant, bright purple flowers, up to 1.3 inches long, appear during early summer and lasting about 5 weeks, repeating during early and mid autumn.
Hardy zones 4 to 8 in full sun. It has excellent mildew resistance.

* photos taken on July 9 2024 in Columbia, MD

Phlox glaberrima ( Smooth Phlox )
A semi-evergreen, rhizomatous, clump forming perennial, reaching up to 5 x 3 ( rarely over 2 ) feet, that is native to meadows, forest edge and swamps in the southeast U.S. ( from southwest Missouri to southeast Wisconsin to northwest Ohio to central Maryland; south to eastern Texas to central Georgia ). It is endangered in Maryland being found only in Frederick County. The paired, lance-shaped leaves, up to 8 x 0.6 inches in size, are luxuriant mid-green. The foliage is very mildew resistant.
The rose-pink flowers, up to 0.8 inches wide, are borne over a long season from mid-spring into early summer.
Hardy zones 3 to 8 in full sun to partial shade on acidic soil. Tolerant of wet soil.

'Morris Berd'
Reaches up to 2 x 3 feet with rose-pink flowers borne in large panicles.

* USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database

* photo taken by Robert H. Mohlenbrock @ USDA SCS. 1989. Midwest wetland flora

'Triflora'
Flowers borne from May into August and foliage that is evergreen north to zone 7.

'Triple Play'
Compact in habit, reaching up to 2 x 3 feet, with mid-green foliage that is boldly-margined creamy-white. The foliage often becomes tinged with pink during autumn.
The flowers are lavender-pink.

* photo taken on June 10 2013 in Columbia, MD

* U.S. patent photo

Phlox kelseyi 'Lehmi Purple' ( Lehmi Purple Kelsey's Phlox )
A low growing, compact, evergreen, groundcover Phlox, forming a cushion up to 1 x 8 inches in size. It is a cultivar of Phlox kelseyi which is a drought tolerant native of the western U.S ( Idaho to central Montana; south to northern Nevada to Colorado ).
The blue and white bicolor flowers persist for a month during early spring.
Hardy zones 4 to 8 on sandy, well drained soil in full sun. Deer resistant.

* USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database

Phlox maculata ( Meadow Phlox )
A perennial, reaching a maximum size of 5 x 3 feet that is native to low woods in eastern North America ( from southeast Minnesota to far southern Michigan to southeast Quebec, Maine and Nova Scotia; south to Missouri to Virginia ). It is endangered in Missouri, Michigan and New York State.
The thick, narrow elliptical or pointed oval leaves, up to 5 x 1.2 inches in length, are glossy deep green.
The fragrant, pink flowers, up to 0.7 inches wide, are borne on dense cylindrical panicles, all summer long.
Hardy zones 3 to 8 in sun on average to moist, fertile, well drained soil.
Resistant to powdery mildew but unfortunately very prone to rabbits.

* photo taken by Robert H. Mohlenbrock @ USDA NRCS. 1995. Northeast wetland flora

* USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database

'Alpha'
Lavender flowers with a deeper pink eye; otherwise identical to species.

'Dirgo'
Reaches up to 3 feet with white flowers; otherwise identical to species.

'Flower Power'
Compact, dense and upright, reaching up to 4.2 x 3.3 feet in size.
The abundant white ( centered very pale pink ) flowers are borne in clusters, up to 3.2 x 1.8 inches in size, from early summer to early autumn. The stems are attractively deep purple.

* patent photo

'Natasha'
Reaches up to 5 x 3 feet with very mildew resistant foliage.
The flowers are bi-color rose pink and white borne from June through August. Deadheading old blooms may prolong blooming by up to 2 months.

'Omega'
Reaches up to 3 feet with white flowers that are eyed pink.
The foliage is very mildew resistant.

Phlox nivalis ( Trailing Phlox )
A dense, mat-forming, groundcover perennial, reaching up to 1 x 5 feet ( 3 feet in width in 3 years ), that is native to pine-oak forests in the southeastern U.S. ( from central Alabama to Virginia; south to eastern Texas to central Florida. This Phlox is especially appealing trailing over a stone wall. It also makes a great groundcover for steep slopes.
The crowded, lance-shaped leaves, up to 1 inch in length, are bright green.
The abundant, light blue flowers up to an inch across, are borne during early to mid spring.
Hardy zones 3 to 9 preferring a hot, sunny dry site with very well drained soil.
Cut back after flowering.

'Camla'
Reaches up to 3 inches x 3 feet in 3 years, spreading about 1 foot per year.
The very abundant, purplish-pink flowers, up to 1 inch across, are borne mid to late spring.
Hardy zones 5 to 9

'Eco Brilliant'
Extremely fast growing to 6 inches tall and 5 feet across making for an excellent ground cover.
The very abundant large, bright pink ( with red eye ) flowers are borne over a period lasting a month during mid to late spring.
Hardy zones 4 to 9.

* photos taken @ U.S. Botanical Garden, Wash., DC on Aug 25 2014

'Eco Flirty Eyes'
Extremely fast growing to 6 inches tall and 5 feet across in 10 years, eventually double that width, making for an excellent ground cover.
The very abundant lavender ( with deep purple eye ) flowers are borne over a period lasting a month during mid to late spring.
Hardy zones 4 to 9

* photo taken on May 16 2011 in Washington, D.C.

* photo taken @ U.S. Botanical Garden, Wash., DC on Aug 25 2014

'Snowdrift'
Fast growing with white flowers that often reappear during early autumn. It is otherwise similar to the species.

var 'Texensis'

* photos taken on Aug 24 2017 @ U.S. Botanic Garden, Wash. DC.

Phlox 'Opening Act Blush'
Forms a moderate growing, upright clump, reaching up to 2.2 x 2.2 feet in 2 years, eventually to 2.2 x 3 feet in size. It is a hybrid between Phlox ‘Amethyst Pearl’ and Phlox carolina ‘Lil' Cahaba’
The thick, leathery foliage is glossy deep green. The lance-shaped leaves are up to 6.5 x 1 inches in size.
The flowers are lavender-pink. The flowers appear in clusters, up to 5 x 4 inches in size, from early to mid summer, lasting up to 5 weeks, repeating into early autumn.
Hardy zones 4 to 8, it is highly mildew resistant.

* photo taken on June 3 2024 in Ellicott City, MD

Phlox 'Opening Act Pink-a-Dot'
Forms a moderate growing, upright clump, reaching up to 2.2 x 2.2 feet in 2 years, eventually to 2.2 x 3 feet in size. It is a hybrid between Phlox ‘Amethyst Pearl’ and Phlox carolina ‘Lil' Cahaba’
The thick, leathery foliage is glossy deep green. The lance-shaped leaves are up to 6.5 x 1 inches in size.
The flowers are white ( centered deep pink ). The flowers appear in clusters, up to 5 x 4 inches in size, from early to mid summer, lasting up to 5 weeks, repeating into early autumn.
Hardy zones 4 to 8, it is highly mildew resistant.

* photo taken on May 25 2023 in Elkridge, MD

* photos taken on May 31 2023 in Columbia, MD

* patent photo

Phlox ovata ( Mountain Phlox )
A semi-evergreen perennial, reaching up to 2 x 2 feet that is native to dry open woodlands in the eastern U.S. ( from Fort Wayne, Indiana to far southeast Michigan to State College, Pennsylvania; south to central Alabama to central South Carolina to central Virginia..there is also an isolated occurrence around Reading, Pennsylvania ). It is critically endangered in Indiana, Michigan and Pennsylvania. Endangered in Tennessee, Kentucky, West Virginia and Ohio where it is now restricted to just 2 counties. Extinct in Maryland.
The toothed, ovate or oval leaves are up to 6 inches in length. The semi-glossy mid-green foliage is mildew-resistant.
The abundant deep pink flowers, up to 1.2 inches wide, are borne on loose panicles during late spring.
Hardy zones 4 to 8 in partial shade on slightly acidic, humus-rich soil.

* USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database

Phlox paniculata ( Summer Phlox )
Clumps on some of the larger cultivars can reach up to 6.6 x 6 ( rarely over 4 ) feet. The clumps spread wider each year but are not invasive.
The Summer Phlox was originally native to open, moist, richwoods of the eastern U.S. ( from far northeast Kansas to far southern Wisconsin to far southern Michigan to New York; south to Arkansas to northern Georgia ).
The paired leaves, up to 6 x 1.5 ( rarely over 5 ) inches in size, are mid-green.
The flowers, up to 1 inch across, borne mid to late summer, are attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies.
Hardy zones 3 to 8 in sun to partial shade on moist, fertile, humus-rich, well drained soil. Summer Phlox enjoys cool roots ( mulching helps ). To prevent powdery mildew costs, Summer Phlox should be watered deeply on the soil in the morning; do not water the foliage. Severely mildewed plants should be cut to the ground ( will then grow back with fresh foliage ). Thin the shoots if the clump is too dense, even limiting them to no more than 5 on mildew prone varieties to improve air circulation. Stem cab be cut back during early summer if a more compact, sturdy plant is desired, doing so may however slightly delay the blooming. Summer Phlox unfortunately is NOT resistant to deer. Propagation is from stem cuttings and division, is recommended to divide them every 3 years during autumn or early spring to maintain vigor.

* photo taken on July 31 2011 in Hyde Park, NY

* photos taken on Aug 2 2012 in Bayfield, Ontario

* photo taken on June 23 2013 @ U.S. National Arboretum, DC

* photo taken on July 2014 in Washington, D.C.

* photo taken on July 24 2014 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Aug 14 2014 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken @ Smithsonian Inst, Wash., DC on Aug 25 2014

* photos taken on July 15 2015 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Aug 6 2016 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Aug 10 2016 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Aug 9 2018 in Ellicott City, MD

* photo taken on Aug 19 2020 in Columbia, MD

* historic archive photos

* photos taken on Aug 26 2021 in Columbia, MD

'Becky Towe'
Bushy and upright in habit, reaching up to 4 x 3 ( rarely over 2.7 x 2.5 ) feet, with deep green foliage that is boldly-margined golden-yellow. The foliage is very mildew-resistant.
The fragrant, deep reddish-pink flowers are borne on large clusters during mid-summer to early autumn.

'Blue Boy'
Reaches up to 4 x 6 feet with true blue to blue-violet flowers in summer.

* photo taken on June 26 2018 in Columbia, MD

'Blue Paradise'
Reaches up to 4 feet, bearing abundant, lightly-fragrant, brilliant blue ( eyed deep purple ) flowers mid-summer to early autumn.
The mid-green foliage is very mildew resistant.

* photo taken on May 27 2017 @ Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Vienna, VA

'Bright Eyes'
Reaches up to 4 x 6 feet.
The foliage is mid-green.
Very heavy flowering with clusters up to 7 inches across of pink flowers with a crimson eye. The flowers are borne early summer to early autumn. It is moderately resistant to powdery mildew.

* photos taken on June 22 2019 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on June 29 2020 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on July 1 2022 in Columbia, MD

'Flame Coral'
Vigorous but dense, compact in habit, reaching up to 1.3 x 1 feet in one season, eventually up to 1.5 x 1.2 feet.
The foliage is deep green. The oblong leaves are up to 3.7 x 1.6 inches in size.
The coral pink flowers, up to 1.2 inches wide, are borne on large heads, up to 6 x 4 incehs in size, during mid-summer to early autumn.
Hardy to -40 F.

* photos taken on June 12 2010 in Columbia, MD


* photos taken on July 13 2010 in Columbia, MD


* photos taken on July 17 2018 in Orillia, ON

* patent photo

'David'
Sturdy and upright, reaching up to 5 x 6 feet with highly mildew resistant foliage of excellent quality even in September.
The very fragrant, bright white flowers are borne on sturdy stems in large full clusters from July to October. Deadheading old blooms prolongs flowering.
This Phlox is an improvement of the old Phlox pan. 'Mt Fujiyama'


* photos taken Aug 3 2010 @ University of Guelph Arboretum, Ontario


* photos taken on August 2 2010 in Bayfield, Ontario


* photos taken on July 31 2011 in Hyde Park, NY




* photo taken on Aug 1 2016 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on July 7 2017 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 2 2018 in Ellicott City, MD

* photos taken on July 23 2020 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Aug 11 2020 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 15 2021 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Sep 15 2021 in Columbia, MD

'David's Lavender'
Sturdy and upright, reaching up to 5 x 6 feet.
The very fragrant, lavender flowers are borne on sturdy stems in large full clusters from July to October. Deadheading old blooms prolongs flowering.
The lance-shaped leaves average 4 x 1.2 inches in size. The highly mildew resistant foliage is of excellent quality even in September.

* photos taken on July 16 2015 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Aug 10 2020 in Columbia, MD

* patent photo

'Delta Snow'
Reaches up to 4.3 x 4.2 feet in height, with foliage that is highly mildew resistant.
The lance-shaped leaves are up to 5 inches in length. The foliage is deep green.
The abundant, pure white ( with purple eye ) flowers, up to 1 inch across, are borne on huge flower heads, up to 1 foot wide, from mid-summer, repeating until autumn frost.
It is very mildew resistant and thrives in the Deep South as well as the north.

'Dorffreude'
Reaches up to 3 feet with a lilac pink flower with a red eye during summer.

'Eco Pastel Dream'
Reaches up to 3.5 feet with abundant, pastel lavender pink flowers that have a paler eye.
The foliage is mildew-resistant.

'Eco Purple Spotlight'
Reaches up to 3 feet with excellent mildew resistant foliage. The flowers are deep purple with a white eye.

'Eva Cullum'
Compact, reaching up to 4 x 6 ( rarely over 3 ) feet.
The foliage is deep green.
The pink ( with deep red eye ) flowers are borne in large clusters. The flowers are borne mid-summer to early autumn.
It is moderately resistant to powdery mildew.

* photos taken on July 17 2018 @ Leacock Museum in Orillia, ON

* photos taken on June 22 2014 in Howard Co., MD

* photos taken on July 27 2019 in Columbia, MD

'Fairest One'
Reaches up to 4 x 6 feet with shell pink ( with white eye ) flowers, up to 1.5 inches wide, borne in large clusters early summer to early autumn.
It has exccellent mildew resistance.

'Famous White Eye'
Vigorous but bushy and compact in habit, it reaches up to 1.3 x 1 feet in a single season, eventually up to 1.5 x 1.7 feet in size.
The lance-shaped leaves are up to 3.2 x 1.2 inches in size.
The abundant, fragrant white ( with purplish-pink eye ) flowers appear in large clusters from early summer into early autumn.
It has excellent mildew resistance.

* photo taken on Aug 21 2023 in Elkridge, MD

* patent photo

'Flamingo'
Reaches up to 3 feet and is very heavy flowering with fragrant, intense deep pink flowers with a red eye.

'Franz Shubert'
Reaches up to 3.7 x 4 feet with compact and vigorous growth.
The foliage is mid-green.
The flowers are lilac-blue with a lighter edge and darker eye. The flowers are borne mid-summer to early autumn.

* photo taken on July 17 2010 @ Morris Arboretum, Philly, PA

* photo taken on June 23 2013 @ U.S. National Arboretum, DC

* photo taken on June 10 2013 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Aug 2 2013 in Stratford, Ontario

* photos taken on July 15 2015 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 25 2016 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 7 2017 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Aug 3 2018 in Columbia, MD

'Frosted Elegance'
Reaches up to 3.3 x 2.5 feet with variegated foliage that is mid-green with a creamy edge that matures to white.
The flowers, up to 0.8 inches wide, are light pink with deep pink eyes. They are borne mid-summer to mid-autumn.
It has excellent resistance to powdery mildew.

'Glamour Girl'
Vigorous but compact, upright and sturdy in habit, reaching up to 2.7 x 2.1 feet in 2 years, eventually up to 3 x 2.5 feet in size.
The bright green foliage is highly mildew resistant. The narrow oblong leaves are up to 5 x 0.2 inches in size.
The highly fragrant, intense coral-pink flowers, up to 1.4 inches wide, are borne on dense, large panicles during mid to late summer. The flowers are highly attracitve to hummingbirds and butterflies.

* photos taken on July 23 2022 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Aug 12 2022 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 21 2023 in Ellicott City, MD

* photos taken on July 29 2023 in Ellicott City, MD

* photos taken on Aug 1 2023 in Ellicott City, MD

* photos taken on June 20 2024 in Ellicott City, MD

* patent photo

'Harlequin'
Reaches up to 4 x 3 feet with attractive foliage that is green variegated with white.
Red-purple flowers, up to 1 inch wide, are borne in abundance in mid summer.
It has moderate to good resistance to powdery mildew.

'Ice Cap'
Fast growing and upright in habit, reaching up to 4 x 2 feet.
The elliptical leaves are up to 5.2 x 2 inches in size.
The pure white flowers are borne on large, domed panicles from mid-summer into early autumn.
It has high mildew resistance.

'Jeana'
Upright in habit, reaching up to 5 x 4 ( rarely over 4 ) feet. It was discovered growing in the wild along the Harpeth River in Tennessee.
The narrow-elliptical leaves are up to 4 inches in length. The foliage is deep green.
The lavender-pink flowers, up to 0.5 inches wide, are borne in clusters up to 6 x 6 inches in size, through most of the summer. It is mostly sterile, therefore producing few seeds. The flowers are highly attrative to butterflies.
It has excellent resistance to powdery mildew.

* photo taken on Aug 5 2017 @ Brookside Gardens, Wheaton, MD

* photos taken on July 27 2019 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Aug 19 2019 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Aug 15 2021 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Aug 1 2022 in Brookside Gardens, Wheaton, MD

* photos taken on Aug 11 2022 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Aug 25 2022 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Aug 1 2023 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Aug 27 2023 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Oct 5 2023 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on July 10 2024 @ Brookside Gardens, Wheaton, MD

* photo taken on July 9 2024 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 31 2024 in Columbia, MD

'John Fanick'
Upright in habit, reaching up to 4 x 4 feet, this form is extremely heat tolerant and originates from San Antonio, Texas.
The deep green foliage is highly mildew resistant.
The very abundant flowers, up to 1 inch wide, borne mid-summer to mid-autumn, are lavender with a deep pink eye.

* photos taken on Aug 3 2018 in Columbia, MD

'Katherine'
Sturdy and upright, reaching up to 4 x 3.5 feet.
The foliage is deep green.
The abundant, lavender ( with white eye ) flowers, up to 1.5 inches wide, are borne over a long season.
It has good resistance to powdery mildew.

* photos taken on July 17 2018 @ Leacock Museum in Orillia, ON

'Laura'
Vigorous and upright in habit, reaching up to 4 x 3 feet.
The foliage is mid-green. The elliptical leaves average 4.2 x 1.6. inches in size.
The abundant flowers, up to 1.5 inches wide, are purple with a white star in the center. They are borne in huge panicles, averaging 7 x 5 inches in size, from July through mid-autumn.
It has excellent resistance to powdery mildew.

* photos taken on 4th of July 2010 @ U.S. National Arboretum, D.C.


* photos taken on 4th of July 2010 in Washington, D.C.

* photos taken on June 26 2018 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on June 18 2019 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on July 27 2019 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 13 2020 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Aug 11 2020 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 5 2021 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 15 2021 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 14 2022 in Columbia, MD

'Little Boy'
Compact growing, reaching up to 3 x 3 feet.
The abundant, violet-blue ( with white eye ) flowers, up to 1 inch wide, appear all summer long.
It is very mildew resistant.

'Little Princess'
Very compact growing, reaching up to 3.3 x 2.3 feet.
The pink ( with white eye zones and a red center ) flowers, up to 1.5 inches wide, are borne July to September.
It has good mildew resistance.

'Lizzy'
Compact and not needing staking, reaches up to 32 inches in height.
The bright purplish-pink ( with a cream white eye ) flowers, up to 1.3 inches wide, are borne all summer long.
It has excellent resistance to powdery mildew.

'Lord Clayton'
A very spectacular perennial, sturdy and upright in habit, reaching up to 4 x 3 feet.
The foliage emerges almost black, later turning to deep purple with lime-green veins. The elliptical leaves average 4 x 1.6 inches in size.
The strong sturdy stems are deep blackish-red.
The intense bright red flowers, up to 1.3 inches wide, are borne on panicles, averaging 3.7 x 4 inches in size, continuously from early summer to early autumn. They are moderately fragrant.
Mildew resistant.

* patent photo

'Miss Elie'
Reaches up to 4 x 3 feet.
The spectacular brilliant rose-pink flowers, up to 1.3 inches wide, are borne early summer into early autumn.
It has good resistancce to powdery mildew.

'Miss Holland'
Reaches up to 4 feet with mildew resistant foliage and white flowers with red eyes, borne from July into September.

'Miss Jill'
Also called Phlox x arendsii 'Miss Jill'. Reaches up to 3.3 x 2.8 feet with strong, compact stems and mildew resistant foliage.
The fragrant, creamy-white flowers with small pink eyes are borne on large clusters early summer to early autumn

'Miss Jo-Ellen'
Compact, reaching up to 22 inches in height, with mildew resistant foliage and fragrant, white flowers tinged with pink borne in summer.

'Miss Karen'
Also called Phlox x arendsii 'Miss Karen'. Compact growing, reaching up to 3.2 x 3 feet with mildew resistant foliage.
The fragrant, deep rose-pink flowers with deep red eyes are borne early summer to early autumn.

'Miss Kelly'
Reaches up to 4 x 3 feet with mildew resistant foliage with large clusters of lilac flowers with white eyes from July to September.

'Miss Margie'
Compact in habit, reaching up to 3 x 3 feet.
The rich, lilac-purple flowers, up to 0.8 inches wide, are borne all summer long.
It has good resistance to powdery mildew.

'Miss Mary'
Also called Phlox x arendsii 'Miss Mary'. Reaches up to 3.2 x 3 feet.
The foliage is deep green.
The abundant, clear red flowers, up to 1.3 inches wide, are borne mid-summer to early autumn.
It has excellent resistance to powdery mildew.

'Mrs. Pepper'
Reaches up to 4 feet with mildew resistant, deep green foliage and soft pink flowers with deeper pink eyes, borne mid to late summer.

'Miss Universe'
Reaches up to 4 x 3 feet with mildew resistant foliage and abundant pure white flowers, up to 1 inch wide, borne in huge pyramidal panicles, up to 12 inches long, during mid-summer to mid-autumn.

'Nicky'
Compact in habit, reaching up to 4 x 4 feet.
The foliage is deep green.
The sweetly-fragrant deep purple flowers in July and August. Very attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds.
It has good resistance to powdery mildew.

* photos taken on July 16 2016 in Bayfield, ON

* photos taken on June 26 2018 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on June 25 2019 in Laurel, MD

* photos taken on July 14 2020 in Laurel, MD

* photos taken on July 22 2021 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Aug 13 2022 in Columbia, MD

'Nora Leigh'
Reaches up to 4 x 4 feet.
The foliage is boldly edged in creamy-yellow.
The lavender-pink ( with deep pink eyes ) flowers, up to 0.8 inches wide, are borne early summer to mid-autumn. Unfortunately it can be prone to powdery mildew.

* photo taken on May 17 2012 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on June 10 2013 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on July 27 2021 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Aug 6 2021 in Columbia, MD

'Orange Perfection'
Vigorous growing, reaching up to 4 feet.
The foliage is mid-green.
The abundant flowers, up to 1 inch wide, are intense deep-orange with red centers. The flowers are borne in huge trusses over a very long season lasting early summer to mid-autumn.
It is very mildew resistant.

'Peacock Cherry Red'
Compact in habit, reaching up to 3 x 2.6 feet in size.
The foliage is luxuriant deep green foliage.
The fragrant, intense red flowers are borne on dense and large panicles.
It is highly resistant to powdery mildew.

* photo taken on June 18 2012 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken by Milan Havlis, owner of central Europe's premier plant nursery

* photo taken on July 13 2021 @ Hershey Gardens, Hershey PA

Peacock Neon Purple'
Compact in habit, reaching up to 2.1 x 2.6 feet in size.
The foliage is luxuriant deep green foliage.
The fragrant, intense bright purple flowers are borne on dense and large panicles.
It is highly resistant to powdery mildew.

* photo taken by Milan Havlis, owner of central Europe's premier plant nursery

'Peacock White'
Compact in habit, reaching up to 2.1 x 2.6 feet in size.
The foliage is luxuriant deep green foliage.
The fragrant, pure white flowers are borne on dense and large panicles.
It is highly resistant to powdery mildew.

* photo taken on June 22 2013 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 11 2015 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 27 2017 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Aug 16 2017 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Oct 29 2018 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on July 27 2019 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Aug 27 2019 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on July 18 2020 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on July 15 2021 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 24 2021 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 30 2021 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 14 2022 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 27 2023 in Columbia, MD

'Pina Colada'
Similar to 'David' with fragrant, pure white flowers on large clusters but only growing at a moderate pace, reaching up to 31 x 33 inches in size.
It is considered a good rebloomer and can bloom from early summer into late autumn.
Mildew resistant.

* patent photo

'Pink Flame'
Vigorous but dense, upright and compact in habit, reaching up to 1.5 x 1.2 feet in one season, eventually up to 2 x 2 feet.
The foliage is deep green. The oblong leaves are up to 4 x 1.6 inches in size.
The fragrant, deep pink ( eyed red ) flowers, up to 1 inches wide, are borne on large heads, up to 6 x 6 incehs in size, during mid-summer to early autumn. The flowers are attractive to butterflies.
Hardy to -40 F. It has excellent resistance to powdery mildew.


* photo taken on June 12 2013 in Columbia, MD

* patent photo

'Progress'
Bright blue flowers

'Purple Flame'
Vigorous but dense, upright and compact in habit, reaching up to 1.5 x 1.2 feet in one season, eventually up to 2 x 1.5 feet.
The foliage is deep green. The oblong leaves are up to 4 x 1.6 inches in size.
The fragrant, deep reddish-purple flowers, up to 1 inches wide, are borne on large heads, up to 6 x 6 incehs in size, during mid-summer to early autumn. The flowers are attractive to butterflies.
Hardy to -40 F. It has excellent resistance to powdery mildew.

* photos taken on June 23 2019 in Elkridge, MD

* photo taken on July 5 2021 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on July 23 2021 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on June 24 2022 in Columbia, MD

'Red Flame'
Vigorous but dense, upright and compact in habit, reaching up to 1.5 x 1.2 feet in one season, eventually up to 2 x 1.5 feet.
The foliage is deep green. The oblong leaves are up to 4 x 1.6 inches in size.
The fragrant, magenta-red flowers, up to 1 inches wide, are borne on large heads, up to 6 x 6 incehs in size, during mid-summer to early autumn. The flowers are attractive to butterflies.
Hardy to -40 F. It has excellent resistance to powdery mildew.

'Red Feelings'
Reaches up to 3 x 2.5 feet, bearing abundant, purplish-red flowers from early summer to early autumn.
It has very good resistance to powdery mildew.

'Red Riding Hood'
Compact and dense, upright in habit, reaching up to 3 x 3 feet.
It bears very abundant, lightly fragrant, mid-red flowers, up to 1.3 inches wide, early summer to mid-autumn.
The very deep green foliage is highly mildew resistant.

* photo taken by Milan Havlis, owner of central Europe's premier plant nursery

'Robert Poore'
Robust growing and upright in habit, reaching up to 6 x 4 feet.br /> It has clean deep green foliage.br /> The soft, very fragrant, violet-pink flowers, up to 1 inch wide, are borne in large panicles from mid-summer to mid-autumn.
Hardy north to zone 2b though doesn't even flinch in the tropical summers of the Deep South. It his highly resistant to powdery mildew.

* photos taken on July 25 2013 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Aug 24 2017 @ U.S. Botanic Garden, Wash. DC.

'Rosa Goliath'
Very mildew resistant, reaching up to 4.3 x 3 feet, bearing lavender-pink flowers borne on very large clusters from early summer to early autumn.

'Rowie'
A compact perennial, reaching up to 2.2 x 2 feet.
The abundant, very large flowers, up to 1.5 inches across, are pale pink with deep pink centers. They are borne early summer to early autumn.
It has very good resistance to powdery mildew.

'Russian Violet'
Reaches up to 4 feet with deep violet purple flowers borne in large panicles all summer long.

* photo taken on July 25 2013 in Columbia, MD

'Sandra'
Reaches up to 2.5 x 3 feet.
The fragrant, scarlet red flowers are borne on short stems from July through September. Adored by butterflies and Hummingbirds.
It has good resistance to powdery mildew.


* photos taken on August 2 2010 in Bayfield, Ontario

* photos taken on July 17 2018 @ Leacock Museum in Orillia, ON

'Shockwave'
A compact, variegated form, reaching up to 3 x 2.5 feet. It originated as a sport of 'David's Lavender'.
The foliage is deep green with a bold yellow margin that later fades to creamy-yellow. The oblanceolate leaves average 4 x 1.2 inches in size.
The fragrant, lavender flowers, up to 1.1 inches in size, are borne on large heads, up to 6 x 5.7 inches in size, from mid-summer to early autumn. The flowers are highly attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies.
It has excellent resistance to powdery mildew.

* photo taken on June 7 2012 in Millersville, MD

* photo taken on June 24 2013 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on July 10 2013 in Columbia, MD

* patent photo

'Shortwood'
Moderately fast growing, dense an upright in habit, reaching up to 5 x 3 ( rarely over 3.5 ) feet.
The lance-shaped leaves are up to 5 x 1.6 inches in size.
The abundant, bright pink ( eyed deeper rosy-pink ) flowers, up to 1.1 inches wide, are borne on huge panicles throughout the summer, sometimes lasting even into late autumn.
Looks great as a companion to Phlox paniculata 'David'.
Prefers full sun and moist, fertile soil. It has excellent resistance to powdery mildew.

* photos taken on Aug 14 2014 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on July 17 2015 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on July 25 2015 @ Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario

* photo taken on Aug 31 2015 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 25 2016 in Howard Co., MD

* photo taken on Aug 17 2016 in Howard Co., MD

* photos taken on July 7 2017 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Aug 8 2017 in Howard Co., MD

* photo taken on June 26 2018 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on June 26 2018 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Aug 6 2018 in Howard Co., MD

* photo taken on Sep 7 2018 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on July 27 2019 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on June 14 2020 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 28 2021 in Columbia, MD

'Speed Limit'
Vigorous growing and upright in habit, reaching up to 3.5 x 2.5 feet.
The foliage is deep green.
The mid-pink flowers appear late summer into early autumn.
It is highly mildew resistant.

'Starfire'
Reaches up to 4 x 4 feet with bright scarlet-red flowers contrasting with deep bronze-green foliage.
Moderately mildew resistant.

* photos taken on June 18 2019 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on July 5 2021 in Columbia, MD

'Sternhimmel'
Reaches up to 3 feet with light lavender-blue flowers in summer.
It displays good mildew resistance.

'Tenor'
Very mildew-resistant, reaching up to 4.3 x 3 feet, bearing intense purplish-pink flowers on huge clusters up to 6 inches across, during early summer to early autumn.
The foliage is deep purple at first, later turning to deep green with purplish veins.
This is among the most attractive of all Summer Phlox.

'The King'
Reaches up to 4 x 3.8 feet with very deep wine-red flowers borne in large clusters early summer to early autumn.
Unfortunately, it is only moderately mildew resistant.

'Tracy's Treasure'
Vigorous growing, reaching up to 5 x 4 feet with mildew resistant foliage.
Blooms profusely with soft pink flowers all summer long.

'Violet Flame'
Vigorous but dense, upright and compact in habit, reaching up to 1.5 x 1.2 feet in one season, eventually up to 2 x 1.5 feet.
The foliage is deep green. The oblong leaves are up to 4 x 1.6 inches in size.
The fragrant, violet-purple flowers, up to 1 inches wide, are borne on large heads, up to 6 x 6 incehs in size, during mid-summer to early autumn. The flowers are attractive to butterflies.
Hardy to -40 F. It has excellent resistance to powdery mildew.
Hardy to -40 F. Mildew resistant.

* photo taken on June 12 2013 in Columbia, MD

* patent photo

'White Flame'
Vigorous but dense, upright and compact in habit, reaching up to 1.5 x 1.2 feet in one season, eventually up to 2 x 1.5 feet.
The foliage is deep green. The oblong leaves are up to 3.7 x 1.6 inches in size.
The fragrant, pure white flowers, up to 1.2 inches wide, are borne on large heads, up to 6 x 4 incehs in size, during mid-summer to early autumn. The flowers are attractive to butterflies.
Hardy to -40 F. It has excellent resistance to powdery mildew.
Hardy to -40 F. Mildew resistant.

* photo taken on July 16 2015 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on July 15 2021 in Columbia, MD

* patent photo

Phlox 'Paparazzi Angelina'
Fast growing, low and spreading in habit, reaching up to 0.7 x 1.8 feet in one season, eventually to 1 x 2 feet in size. It is a hybrid between Phlox subulata and P. divaricata.
The narrow lance-shaped leaves, up to 1 x 0.3 inches in size, are bright green, later turning to deep green. The foliage is semi-evergreen.
The abundant, fragrant, lavender ( eyed purple ) flowers, up to 1.1 inches wide, smother the plant during mid to late spring. The flowers are highly attractive to butterflies.
Hardy zones 5 to 9 in partial shade. It is moderately drought tolerant. It has excellent resistance to powdery mildew.

* photos taken on May 9 2016 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 9 2017 in Columbia, MD

* patent photo

Phlox 'Paparazzi Jagger'
Fast growing, low and spreading in habit, reaching up to 0.8 x 1.5 feet in one season, eventually to 1 x 2 feet in size. It is a hybrid between Phlox subulata and P. divaricata.
The narrow lance-shaped leaves, up to 1.5 x 0.3 inches in size, are deep red at first, later turning to deep green. The foliage is semi-evergreen. The deep red stems make for great contrast with the foliage.
The abundant, fragrant, lavender-purple flowers, up to 0.7 inches wide, smother the plant during mid to late spring. The flowers are highly attractive to butterflies.
Hardy zones 5 to 9 in partial shade. It is moderately drought tolerant. It has excellent resistance to powdery mildew.

* photo taken on Apr 24 2016 in Elkridge, MD

* photo taken on Apr 22 2020 in Elkridge, MD

* photo taken on Apr 16 2021 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Apr 15 2022 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Mar 25 2023 in Elkridge, MD

* patent photo

Phlox 'Paparazzi Paris'
Moderately fast growing, low and spreading in habit, reaching up to 1 x 2 feet in size. It is a hybrid between Phlox divaricata and Phlox subulata.
The narrow lance-shaped leaves, up to 1 inch long, are deep red at first, later turning to deep green. The foliage is semi-evergreen. The deep red stems make for great contrast with the foliage.
The abundant, fragrant, lavender-purple ( deep purple centered ) flowers smother the plant during mid to late spring. The flowers are highly attractive to butterflies.
Hardy zones 5 to 9 in partial shade. It is moderately drought tolerant.

* photo taken on Apr 21 2019 in Elkridge, MD

Phlox pilosa ( Prairie Phlox )
A dense, woody-based, semi-evergreen, groundcover perennial reaching up to 2.5 x 3 ( rarely over 1.5 ) feet that is native from to central and eastern North America ( from eastern North Dakota & southern Manitoba to northern Wisconsin to Harrison in central Michigan to Niagara Falls, Ontario to Connecticut; south to central Texas to central Florida ). It was also once native to the St. Lawrence seaway in New York State. It is now rare in much of its native range due to conversion of prairies to agriculture. Prairie Phlox is endangered in Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia and North Carolina. It has also become extinct in the wild in North Dakota, New York State, New Jersey and Delaware. It is extinct in Ontario having last been seen in Amherstburg in 1882. During presettlement era it was locally common in Essex County along the Detroit River as well as across the lake on the Ohio shore. In the eastern portions of its range, it is found in sand barrens and dry open woodlands.
The narrowly lance-shaped, hairy leaves, up to 4 x 0.2 ( rarely over 3 ) inches, are mildew resistant.
The fragrant, pink flowers, up to 0.8 inches wide, are borne in dense panicles during late spring into early summer.
Hardy zones 3 to 9 in full sun ( tolerates partial shade ) on dry, well drained soil.

* photos taken on May 27 2017 @ Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Vienna, VA

subsp 'ozarkana' ( Ozark Phlox )
A southern subspecies that suckers and has red-purple flowers.
It is hardy from zones 5 to 8

* photo of unknown internet source

* photo taken on May 16 2011 in Washington, D.C.


'Slim Jim'
Very vigorous, reaching up to 1 x 4 feet in just 2 years.
The abundant, fragrant, bright lavender flowers are borne during late spring.
Hardy zones 5a+

Phlox procumbens
The hybrid of Phlox stolonifera x P. subulata. A mat forming perennial reaching up to 12 x 32 inches with leaves up to 2 inches in length. The deep pink to bright purple flowers are borne in upright clusters all spring and often again in fall.
Hardy zones 3 to 9 in partial shade on well drained soil.

'Rosea'
Lilac pink flowers

'Variegata'
Same except with foliage that is boldly variegated creamy-yellow.

Phlox pulchra ( Alabama Phlox )
A perennial, reaching up to 1 x 2 feet, that is native to central Alabama. It is endangered due to its extremely restricted natural range and low remaining numbers.
The narrow obovate leaves are deep green.
The fragrant, pale lilac-blue flowers, up to 1 inch wide, are borne late spring into early summer.
Hardy zones 4 to 8 in full sun to partial shade on just about any well drained soil. It is among the most heat and humidity tolerant of all the Phlox(s). Cut back hard after blooming. It can be divided during mid-autumn.

* photo taken @ U.S. Botanical Garden, Wash., DC on Aug 25 2014

Phlox x 'Spring Delight'
A hybrid Phlox ( between Phlox stolonifera and Phlox pulchra, the form a vigorous, perennial clump, reaching up to 1.7 x 2.5 foot, up to 3 feet across in 5 years. It is a 1970s introduction from Ohio.
The abundant, rosy-pink flowers are borne late spring into early summer.
Hardy zones 3 to 9 in partial shade on well drained soil.

Phlox stolonifera ( Creeping Phlox )
A self-rooting, dense, spreading, semi-evergreen to evergreen groundcover perennial, reaching a maximum size of 1 x 3.5 feet. It is native to rich deciduous woodlands in the eastern U.S. ( from northeast Ohio to northeast Pennsylvania; south to northern Georgia & South Carolina. They look especially great along trails, in front of borders and under rhododendrons / azaleas.
The leaves, up to 2.8 x 1 ( rarely over 1.5 ) inches in size, are glossy bright green.
The large, bright purple flowers, up to 1.2 inches wide, are borne in loose clusters during early to mid spring.
Hardy zones 2 to 8 in partial to full shade on cool, moist, fertile, well drained soil. Tolerant of deep shade. Pruning during fall is not recommended as you will remove next springs flowerbuds.



* photos taken on April 18 2010 @ U.S. National Arboretum, D.C.


* photo taken on June 23 2013 @ U.S. National Arboretum, DC

* photos taken on Apr 17 2016 @ U.S. National Arboretum, DC

* photo taken on Apr 23 2017 @ Brookside Gardens, Wheaton, MD

'Ariane'
Flowers are white with a yellow eye.

'Blue Ridge'
Low and spreading with glossy, semi-evergreen foliage and violet-blue flowers borne on stems up to 1 foot high during spring.

* photo taken on April 18 2010 @ U.S. National Arboretum, D.C.

* photos taken on May 1 2013 in Ellicott City, MD
* photos taken on Apr 14 2016 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Apr 20 2017 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on May 30 2018 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 23 2021 in Columbia, MD

'Bruce's White'
Forms a moderate growing, semi-evergreen mat with fragrant, pure white ( with yellow eye ) flowers borne on stems up to 8 inches in April and May.

'Home Fires'
Forms a vigorous mat of deep green spreading evergreen foliage up to 10 inches x 3.5 feet with masses of glowing rich deep pink flowers in April and May.

'Margie'
Forms a vigorous mat up to 6 inches high with lavender pink flowers that have a purple eye.

'Osborne's White'
Sames a 'Bruce's White' except for larger flowers.

'Pink Ridge'
Similar to 'Blue Ridge' except with fragrant, pink flowers.

* photo taken on May 1 2014 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Apr 24 2015 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on May 5 2015 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 17 2016 @ U.S. National Arboretum, DC

'Sherwood Purple'
An excellent groundcover for high shade, forming a mat up to 1 x 4 feet.
The very fragrant, vibrant purplish-blue flowers are borne in May.

* photo taken on Apr 14 2014 in Mt Airy, MD

* photo taken on Apr 17 2016 @ U.S. National Arboretum, DC

* photo taken on May 4 2016 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Apr 23 2017 @ Brookside Gardens, Wheaton, MD

* photos taken on May 8 2024 in Columbia, MD

'Variegata'
Reaches up to 8 inches with foliage variegated with creamy white. Pink flowers are borne abundantly in May.

'Weesie Smith'
A fast growing, dense groundcover that is basically "Creeping Phlox on Steroids", reaching up to 10 inches x 8 feet in just 3 years, eventually more.
The lavender-pink flowers are borne mid to late spring.
Hardy zones 5a to 8

Phlox subulata ( Moss Phlox )
A fast growing, mat-forming, evergreen, groundcover perennial, reaching a maximum size of 8 inches x 3.5 feet wide ( if not sheared back ). Moss Phlox is native to dry sandy slopes in the eastern U.S. ( from northwest Ohio to southern Ontario to northeast New York State; south to Tennessee and North Carolina in the mountains ). It is rarely seen in Maryland, occuring on dry rocky ledges in western and central portions of the state. During the 1800s; it was generally rare at Detroit, Michigan but was found locally on sandy beaches at Belle Isle. It was also found sporadically ( except Catawba where abundant ) along the Ohio shore during that time. Moss Phlox is extinct in Ontario and critically endangered in Pennsylvania. Excellent as a groundcover for sunny areas in woodland gardens, along walkways, rock gardens and for trailing over rock walls.
The fir-like to awl-shaped leaves, up to 1 x 0.1 ( rarely over 0.5 ) inches in size, are mid green.
It is called Moss Phlox because when not in bloom, the plants appear like Moss from a distance. The profuse flowers smother the plants during mid spring.
For best summer appearance, the plants should be sheared back by about half after blooming. Hardy zones 2 to 8, tolerating as low as -40 F and prefers full sun to partial shade and fertile, moist, well drained soil. In the extreme heat of the Deep South; it definately has a preference for partial shade though is moderately drought tolerant. Deer do NOT eat Moss Phlox.
Plants can be sheared back in very early spring and another light shrearing after blooming will encourage dense luxuriant growth and often re-bloom.
These plants are easily reproduced from division which if done every other year actually helps maintain vigor.




* photo taken on Apr 20 2015 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Apr 17 2016 @ U.S. National Arboretum, DC

* photo taken on Apr 2 2017 in Annapolis, MD

* photo taken on May 27 2017 @ Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Vienna, VA

'Amazing Grace'
Flowers are white with a red eye.

* photo taken during Apr 2018 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Apr 14 2014 in Mt Airy, MD

* photos taken on April 17 2010 in Columbia, MD

'Apple Blossom'
Pale pink flowers

* photo taken on Apr 14 2014 in Mt Airy, MD

'Atropurpurea'
Rosy-red blooms.

* photos taken on May 4 2013 in Catonsville, MD

* photo taken on Apr 5 2017 in Catonsville, MD

'Beauty of Ronsdorf'
Forms a mat up to 4 inches x 3.5 feet with emerald green foliage and deep pink-red flowers.

'Betty'
Forms a neat low mat up to 2 inches x 4 inches wide with bright bright rosy-pink flowers borne in spring.

'Brilliant'
Deep rosy-pink flowers.

'Candy Stripe'
Forms a mat up to 9 inches x 3 feet with bi-color flowers that are bright white with a wide bright pink strip in the middle. Frequently re-blooms in autumn.

* photo taken on Apr 6 2013 in Columbia, MD

* photo of unknown internet source

'Crimson Beauty'
Forms an evergreen mat, reaching up to 8 inches in height, of pine needle like foliage that is smothered in rosy-red flowers in spring.

* photo taken on Apr 14 2014 in Mt Airy, MD

* photos taken on Apr 16 2024 in Columbia, MD

'Dirigo Arbutus'
Forms a mat up to 9 inches x 3 feet that is smothered in lavender flowers during late spring.

'Drummons Pink'
Large, intense mid-pink flowers during mid-spring lasting up to 1.5 months; otherwise similar to species.

* photos taken on May 11 2015 in Pikesville, MD

* photos taken on Apr 16 2017 in Pikesville, MD

* photos taken on May 21 2020 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on May 3 2021 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on May 10 2022 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 11 2024 in Columbia, MD

'Ellie B'
Compact habit and pure white, starry flowers.

'Emerald Blue'
Reaches up to 8 inches tall and 3 feet across ( record is 9 inches x 5 feet ) with dense, luxuriant medium green foliage and lavender blue flowers.



* photos taken on April 13 2010 in Columbia, MD












* photos taken on April 9 2012 in Columbia, MD



* photo taken on Mar 22 2012 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on May 4 2013 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Apr 20 2015 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 28 2015 in Ellicott City, MD

* photos taken on May 15 2015 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on June 2015 in Harford Co., MD

* photos taken on Apr 22 2016 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 11 2020 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Oct 2 2020 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 8 2021 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Apr 16 2022 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on May 2 2022 in Columbia, MD

'Emerald Pink'
Reaches up to 6 inches tall and 3 feet across
with dense, luxuriant medium green foliage and pink flowers.

* photos taken on April 13 2010 in Columbia, MD



* photo taken on May 9 2015 in Ellicott City, MD

* photo taken on Apr 17 2016 @ U.S. National Arboretum, DC

* photo taken on Apr 16 2022 in Columbia, MD

'Fort Hill'
Forms a mat up to 8 inches x 3 feet with fragrant, rose-pink, deep-cut flowers during mid-sprig, sometimes repeating during autumn.

* photos taken on Apr 4 2011 in Columbia, MD



* photo taken on Mar 19 2012 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken on Apr 14 2014 in Mt Airy, MD

* photo taken on Apr 11 2015 in Elkridge, MD

* photo taken on Apr 15 2024 in Elkridge, MD

'Laurel Beth'
Forms a mat up to 18 inches wide with needle-like brightly variegated foliage that is half green and half white. The plant is smothered in hot pink flowers from late April into May.

'Marjorie'
Flowers are deep pink with a red eye.

'McDaniels Cushion'

* photos taken on Apr 21 2022 in Columbia, MD

'Millstream Daphne'
A robust, fast spreading compact grower forming a mat up to 9 inches x 2 feet with attractive rich green foliage that in spring is smothered with intense mid pink flowers with a deeper colored eye. Prefers a sunny site and well drained soil; it is moderately drought tolerant.

* photos taken on Mar 22 2012 in Ellicott City, MD

* photos taken on Apr 11 2017 in Columbia, MD

'Nettleton Variation'
A compact grower forming a mat reaching up to 8 inches x 2 feet with foliage that is green and heavily variegated with pink and white. The flowers are pink and are borne in April.

'North Hills'
Vigorous with pure white flowers with deep purplish-blue center. It often repeat blooms. Otherwise identical to species.

'Oakington Blue Eyes'

* photo taken on Apr 14 2014 in Mt Airy, MD

* photos taken on Apr 15 2019 in Columbia, MD

'Purple Beauty'
Bright purple flowers; otherwise identical to species.

* photo taken on Apr 15 2013 in Columbia, MD

* photo taken @ U.S. Botanical Garden, Wash., DC on Aug 25 2014

* photo taken on Oct 21 2014 @ U.S. Botanical Gardens, Washington, DC

* photo taken on Apr 23 2015 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 10 2018 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Sep 1 2018 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 15 2019 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 29 2022 in Elkridge, MD

* photo taken on Apr 14 2024 in Columbia, MD

'Red Wings'
Forms a mat up to 9 inches x 3 feet that is smothered with scarlet-red flowers in April and May.

'Scarlet Flame'
Forms a mat of soft foliage up to 6 inches x 3 feet with scarlet red flowers in spring.

* photos taken on Apr 4 2011 in Columbia, MD


* photo taken on Apr 11 2015 in Elkridge, MD

'Snowflake'
Similar to 'White Delight' but is much more dense and compact, forming a mat up to 8 inches x 3 feet. Starry white snowflake-like flowers.

* photo taken @ U.S. Botanical Garden, Wash., DC on Aug 25 2014

'White Delight'
Compact in habit, reaching up to 8 inches in height with abundant, pure white flowers during mid-spring.

* photos taken on April 17 2010 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Mar 21 2012 in Columbia, MD

* photos taken on Apr 17 2016 @ U.S. National Arboretum, DC

* historic archive photo

'Zigeunerblut'
Also called 'Gypsy Blood'. Has intense scarlet-red flowers.

* photo taken by Milan Havlis, owner of central Europe's premier plant nursery

Phlox 'Wanda'
A mounding perennial, reaching up to 2 x 4.5 feet, bearing fuschia-pink flowers borne spring until autumn frost.
Hardy zones 5 to 9 in full sun. Very heat tolerant.

ADDITIONAL CULTIVARS
https://www.plantdelights.com/products/phlox-paniculata-thai-pink-jade-pp-22961
https://www.plantdelights.com/products/phlox-paniculata-opalescence-pp-33295