About

An annual phlox, reaching 20-40cm, with compact, bushy growth with light green foliage. Clusters of rounded, flat-faced flowers in vivid shades appear freely in blue from early summer to autumn. 'Dolly Sky Blue' 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 usesBedding, containers, borders, cut flowers

Care notes

CultivationFertile, moist, well-drained soil in full sun
PruningDeadhead regularly for continuous flowering. No overwintering
PropagationSow seed in spring under glass or direct sow after frost
Pest resistanceAphids and flea beetles
Disease resistanceDamping off in cold, wet conditions. Grey mould occasionally