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Garden Phlox

Phlox paniculata, Polemoniaceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

ModerateModerate

Soil pH

6 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Korean MintAgastache rugosa
Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing
ZucchiniCucurbita pepo
Pollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Climbing Ylang-ylangArtabotrys hexapetalus

Climbing ylang-ylang can overwhelm garden phlox with dense vine growth and shading

Uses

Functions

Pollinator SupportOrnamentalPollinator Support

Common Questions

What zones does Garden Phlox grow in?

Garden Phlox grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Garden Phlox?

Good companions for Garden Phlox include Korean Mint, Zucchini.

Design guilds with Garden Phlox and see companion relationships visually.

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