About

A delicate woodland phlox, reaching 20-40cm, with spreading, low growth with oval to lance-shaped leaves. Loose clusters of fragrant, tubular flowers with flared petals open above the foliage in late spring to early summer. 'Chattahoochee Variegated' is a rewarding, low-maintenance choice.

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 usesWoodland gardens, shaded borders, ground cover

Care notes

CultivationMoist, humus-rich soil in partial to full shade
PruningCut back after flowering. Divide congested mats
PropagationDivision in spring. Stem cuttings in summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistancePowdery mildew occasionally