Phlox hybrid 'Woodlander Lilac' ~ Woodlander Lilac Phlox overstory Clusters of rich orange-red flowers

Clusters of rich orange-red flowers bloom in mid fall

bagworms and budworms

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Root rot may be an issue in coastal areas

Phlox hybrid 'Woodlander Lilac' ~ Woodlander Lilac Phlox overstory Clusters of rich orange-red flowersWoodlander Lilac Phlox is a spreading semi evergreen perennial that forms a carpet of small hairy dark green foliage. Profuse blooms of extra large lilac pink flowers of various shades bloom in early spring attracting butterflies. Grows best in bright shade and rich, moist, and well drained soils. Type: Perennial Origins: P. subulata x P. stolonifera Height: 0. 5' Spread: 1 2 Spacing: 1. 5 USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 8 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom