About This Plant
Sometimes called blue or woodland phlox, this spring ephemeral does well in shaded woodlands, particularly on hillsides. It spreads slowly via rhizomes and looks great in mass. While it seems to be deer resistant, rabbits like to nibble it. Its five petals, which vary in shades of blue, are notched slightly on the end. It grows best in soils with high organic matter.
Plant Details
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Benefits
- Wildlife Benefits
Plant Facts
Dame’s rocket, an invasive, non-native plant in the mustard family is often confused as being a native phlox, but only has four petals, whereas wild blue phlox has five.
Alternate Names
Blue Phlox, Struggling Phlox, Wood Phlox, Woodland Phlox, Louisiana Phlox
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