Garden phlox is a blooming phlox that provides big, bright blooms. It grows in clumps and can produce flowers that are a variety of colors including pinks, purples and white. It prefers nutrient rich, but well-draining soils. It's a great choice for a pollinator or bird garden.
The leaf extract of garden phlox has historically been used as a laxative and for treating boils. | Phlox is a Greek word that means “flame” and describes the color of the flower.