Phlox paniculata 'Icecap'

Garden Phlox

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Common Name:

Garden Phlox

Plant Type:

Flower color:

White

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

110 cm

Maximum width:

55 cm

Garden Phlox (Phlox paniculata 'Icecap') - Description

In mid-summer your garden and home come to life with the bold, fresh, white Phlox paniculata 'Icecap'. An outstanding cut flower, 'Icecap' has a long vase life. Makes a statement of elegance alone, or combine with sunflowers and Hypericum for a more casual arrangement. Ht.3'. space 18" apart.

Garden Phlox (Phlox paniculata 'Icecap') - Blooming

Blooms salverform flowers in shades of white, pink, purple, and blue. Attracts butterflies. Lengthen the flowering period by deadheading regularly.

Garden Phlox (Phlox paniculata 'Icecap') - Growth

Evergreen or herbaceous perennials with some annuals and shrubs. Annuals enjoy full sun. Perennials and shrubs grow best in full sun or light-partial shade. The flowers of tall Phlox species are suitable for cutting. Mat-forming species work well in a rock garden, and annuals are good for bedding.

Garden Phlox (Phlox paniculata 'Icecap') - Planting

Sow annual seeds at 55-64°F (12-18°C) in early spring. Sow seeds of perennials in containers in cold frames in spring.

Garden Phlox (Phlox paniculata 'Icecap') - Pest

Stem nematodes, caterpillars, and leaf miners. Additional problems include powdery mildew, Southern blight, leaf spots, rust, and stem canker.

Garden Phlox (Phlox paniculata 'Icecap') - Interesting facts

All species of Phlox are native to North America, except for one, which grows in Siberia.

Garden Phlox (Phlox paniculata 'Icecap') - Soil and irrigation

Members of the Phlox genus need regular water except for P. nana, which does fine with little water. All species require rich, well-drained soil.