About
A woodland phlox, reaching 25-35cm, with creeping stems bearing soft, mid-green foliage. Airy heads of sweetly scented flowers rise on slender stems in purple in late spring to early summer. 'Sherwood Purple' 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 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