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Phlox glaberrima

Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level medium
Height 0.6 - 1.2 m (2 - 4 ft)
Spread 60 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
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Description Phlox glaberrima (smooth phlox) bears showy, light pink and fragrant blossoms during mid spring to late spring. This herbaceous perennial has dark green foliage.
Typical Uses Cut flowers.
Special Characteristics Birds and butterflies are attracted to Phlox glaberrima .
Cautions Be advised that Phlox glaberrima (smooth phlox) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.