Phlox, Fragrant

Phlox pilosa
  • Also Known As: Downy Phlox, Prairie Phlox
  • Botanical Name: Phlox pilosa
  • Plant Type: Perennial
  • Light Requirement: Sun, Partial Shade
  • Water Demand: Medium
  • Landscape Use: Fragrance
  • Ornamental Color: Pink, Purple
  • Native or Adapted: Native
  • Wildlife Value: Hummingbirds, Birds, Butterflies, Bees
  • Season: Spring
  • Deciduous or Evergreen: Deciduous
  • Plant Form: Spreading
  • Region: North Central Texas
  • Plant Spread: 1' - 2'
  • Plant Height: 1' - 2'

Description

Very fragrant. Creeping phlox. Several different varieties are available. It stays green through winter and explodes with blooms in the spring. It attracts butterflies and is also drought tolerant.

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