| Description | Phlox David (Phlox paniculata) is a garden Phlox with large trusses of white flowers. It is well-resistant to powdery mildew. |
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| Pronunciation | (floks)(pa nic ew LAH ta) |
| Plant Type | Perennials Hardy |
| Hardiness Zone | 4-8 |
| Sunlight | full |
| Moisture | average |
| Soil & Site | average |
| Flowers | Has large panicles of clear white flowers. |
| Leaves | Leaves are narrow, opposite, pointed, and lance-shaped. |
| Dimensions | up to 3-3.5 feet tall, sturdy, upright |
| Maintenance | To promote healthy plant growth and prevent mildew, ensure that there is good air circulation around your plants. Water them early in the day to allow the foliage to dry out. When watering, try to apply water at the base of the plants whenever possible. Remember to deadhead the flowers to encourage more blooms and prevent unwanted seedlings. Remember that the seedlings may not resemble the parent cultivar and are often a magenta color. If necessary, consider spraying with a fungicide to protect your plants. |
| Propagation | stem cuttings, root cuttings, easy by division in the spring |
| Misc Facts | Genus name of Phlox is derived from the Greek word for flame. Perennial Plant of the Year in 2002. |
| Notes & Reference | #04-Herbaceous Perennial Plants (Allan Armitage), #40-Herbaceous Ornamental Plants (Steven Stills), #144-Missouri Botanical Gardens web site (www.missouribotanicalgarden.org), #273-Gardenia (www.gardenia.net) |
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