Meadow Phlox (Phlox maculata)

Photographer: Robert H. Mohlenbrock

Description: This sun loving phlox is distinguished by its cylindrical flower clusters and purple spotted stems. It is highly attractive to butterflies and provides a long season of fragrant blooms in moist meadows.

Height: 2 to 3 ft

Light: Full Sun to Part Shade

Water: Medium

Spreading Habit: Moderate

Spreading Method: Seeds

Bloom Time: Early to Mid Summer

Bloom Color: Pink to Purple