Phlox paniculata 'Balkapopur'

Ka-Pow® Purple Garden Phlox 'Balkapopur'

Family: Polemoniaceae (Phlox Family)

       

·        Hardiness Zones:  4-9

·        Height: 16-18 inches

·        Spread: 14-16 inches

·        Bloom Time: June to October

·        Bloom: large, violet-purple, Hydrangea-like clusters of conical star-shaped flowers with fuchsia eyes; blooms all season

·        Light: full sun to part shade; flowers best in full sun

·        Soil: moderately fertile, moist, well-drained

·        Moisture: average; intolerant of drought and standing water

·        Use: perennial border, cottage and wildflower gardens; pollinator garden; cut flower

·        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

·        Concerns: excellent resistance to powdery mildew

·        Native to: interspecific hybrid; species native to Eastern US

·        Notes: compact, upright, well-branched; narrow emerald green leaves; attracts hummingbirds and butterflies; deer and rabbit resistant; Black-Walnut tolerant; tolerant of urban pollution

·        Supplier: Donated by West Madison Agricultural Research Station

·        Teaching Garden Location & Code: Heuchera Garden E222

 

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