Overview
Phlox carolina 'Bill Baker' is a herbaceous perennial in the genus Phlox, part of the Polemoniaceae family. Phlox carolina 'Bill Baker' 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, cottage gardens and cut flowers. It is native to eastern United States.
About
Phlox carolina, the thickleaf phlox, is a species of flowering plant in the family Polemoniaceae. It is an herbaceous perennial growing to 1.2 m (4 ft) tall by 45 cm (18 in) wide, with leaves to 13 cm (5 in) long, and purple or pink flowers in summer.
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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.
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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
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Phlox carolina 'Bill Baker' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- herbaceous perennial
- Suggested uses
- borders, cottage gardens, cut flowers
- Native to
- eastern United States
- Fragrance
- mildly fragrant
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Phlox carolina 'Bill Baker'
- Cultivation
- Prefers moist, well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging; mulch in winter
- Pruning
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming; cut back after flowering
- Propagation
- seed, division, softwood cuttings
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Phlox carolina 'Bill Baker'?
Prefers moist, well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging; mulch in winter.
Where is the best place to plant Phlox carolina 'Bill Baker'?
Phlox carolina 'Bill Baker' prefers full sun and partial shade.
What soil does Phlox carolina 'Bill Baker' need?
Phlox carolina 'Bill Baker' 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 carolina 'Bill Baker'?
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming; cut back after flowering.
Is Phlox carolina 'Bill Baker' hardy in the UK?
Phlox carolina 'Bill Baker' 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 carolina 'Bill Baker'?
Seed, division, softwood cuttings.
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