Overview
Phlox × arendsii is a perennial in the genus Phlox, part of the Polemoniaceae family. Phlox × arendsii grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained and loamy soils and neutral and slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, cut flowers and ground cover.
About
Phlox × arendsii is a perennial in the genus Phlox valued for its scented flower heads that appear through the summer. It prefers well-drained loamy soil kept on the moist side and will grow in full sun or partial shade. Flowering runs from June to September and the plant suits both sheltered and exposed spots in the garden.
About the genus
Phlox is a genus of 68 species of perennial and annual plants in the family Polemoniaceae. They are found mostly in North America in diverse habitats from alpine tundra to open woodland and prairie. Some flower in spring, others in summer and fall.
Wikipedia contributors, "Phlox", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Phlox
In the garden
Phlox × arendsii belongs to the Polemoniaceae and is grown for its fragrant summer blooms, which appear from June to September. Plants perform best in well-drained, loamy soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH and consistent moisture; they tolerate positions from sheltered to exposed, so long as soil does not dry out completely. Place garden phlox in full sun or partial shade to encourage the most flowering. Hardiness is H5, meaning the plants are hardy in UK gardens and will survive typical winter conditions when planted in an appropriate site. Soil that is loose and loamy helps roots establish, while slightly acidic to neutral conditions suit nutrient uptake. Use Phlox × arendsii where its scented heads can be appreciated: along mixed borders, as a source of cut flowers, or as a flowering ground cover in larger drifts. Plants cut for the vase retain their scent and make a summer display that lasts through to September when sited in the right conditions.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Phlox
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained, loamy
- Soil pH
- neutral, slightly acidic
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Exposure
- sheltered, exposed
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Phlox × arendsii size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Suggested uses
- borders, cut flowers, ground cover
- Fragrance
- fragrant
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Phlox × arendsii
- Cultivation
- Prefers fertile, well-drained soil; water regularly; mulch to retain moisture.
- Pruning
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming; cut back after flowering.
- Propagation
- division,cuttings,seed
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Phlox × arendsii?
Prefers fertile, well-drained soil; water regularly; mulch to retain moisture.
Where is the best place to plant Phlox × arendsii?
Phlox × arendsii prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered and exposed positions.
What soil does Phlox × arendsii need?
Phlox × arendsii grows best in well-drained and loamy soil. It prefers neutral and slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Phlox × arendsii?
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming; cut back after flowering.
Is Phlox × arendsii hardy in the UK?
Phlox × arendsii has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Phlox × arendsii?
Division,cuttings,seed.
More in the Phlox genus
- Phlox 'David'
- Phlox 'Mount Fuji'
- Phlox paniculata 'Fujiyama'Garden Phlox 'Fujiyama'
- Phlox paniculata 'Nirvana'Garden Phlox
- Phlox × arendsii 'Anja'
- Phlox × arendsii 'Hilda'
- Phlox × arendsii 'Laphamii'
- Phlox × arendsii 'Suzanne'