About

A garden phlox, reaching 20-80cm, with clump-forming growth with fresh green leaves. Attractive clusters of flat-faced, often fragrant flowers appear in summer. 'Aureole' is a reliable garden performer.

About the genus

Phlox may be evergreen or herbaceous, mat-forming or erect perennials or shrubs, with simple leaves and salver-shaped flowers in terminal clusters

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, rock gardens

Care notes

CultivationWell-drained, fertile soil in sun to partial shade
PruningDeadhead regularly. Cut back in autumn
PropagationDivision or softwood cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistancePowdery mildew may affect some cultivars