Ka-Pow® Lavender Garden Phlox 'Balkapolav'
Family: Polemoniaceae (Phlox
Family)
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Hardiness Zones: 4-9
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Height: 16-18 inches
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Spread: 14-16 inches
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Bloom Time: June to October
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Bloom: large, vibrant lavender, Hydrangea-like clusters of
conical star-shaped flowers with fuchsia eyes; blooms all season
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Light: full sun to part shade; flowers
best in full sun
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Soil: moderately fertile, moist,
well-drained
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Moisture: average; intolerant of drought
and standing water
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Use: perennial border, cottage and
wildflower gardens; pollinator garden; cut flower
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Care: mulch well; remove faded flowers
to encourage continuous bloom; avoid overhead watering; regular deep watering
helps prevent powdery mildew; cut back in late fall and remove debris
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Concerns: excellent resistance to powdery
mildew
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Native to: interspecific hybrid; species
native to Eastern US
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Notes: compact, upright, well-branched;
narrow emerald green leaves; attracts hummingbirds and butterflies; deer and
rabbit resistant; Black-Walnut tolerant; tolerant of urban pollution
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Supplier: Donated by West Madison
Agricultural Research Station
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Teaching Garden
Location & Code: Heuchera Garden E229
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