Phlox paniculata 'Barfourteen' (Purple Flame)

garden phlox or summer phlox

Family	Polemoniaceae
Plant Type	herbaceous perennial
Zone	USDA: 3a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Spread	20 - 45 cm (8 - 18 in)
Light	full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture	average, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	The herbaceous perennial Phlox paniculata 'Barfourteen' (Purple Flame) (garden phlox) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, faded purple and fragrant blossoms during mid-summer to mid-autumn. The matte foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture.
Typical Uses	Accent, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, edging and wild flower.
Special Characteristics	Birds and butterflies are attracted to Phlox paniculata 'Barfourteen' (Purple Flame) .
Cautions	This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.