Phlox divaricata
Phlox divaricata | woodland phlox
Woodland phlox, with its beautiful lavender-blue flowers, is an absolute delight in early spring. Naturally occurring in rich, open woodlands of New York and states south and west, this species prefers partial shade and moist soils. Spreads slowly over time, rooting where stems come in contact with bare soil, to form a loose groundcover. While relatively unbothered by deer, this species is, however, much loved by bunnies, so unfortunately it is not recommended for gardens or properties with active rabbits in residence.
QT. pot
Phlox divaricata | woodland phlox
Woodland phlox, with its beautiful lavender-blue flowers, is an absolute delight in early spring. Naturally occurring in rich, open woodlands of New York and states south and west, this species prefers partial shade and moist soils. Spreads slowly over time, rooting where stems come in contact with bare soil, to form a loose groundcover. While relatively unbothered by deer, this species is, however, much loved by bunnies, so unfortunately it is not recommended for gardens or properties with active rabbits in residence.
QT. pot
Phlox divaricata | woodland phlox
Woodland phlox, with its beautiful lavender-blue flowers, is an absolute delight in early spring. Naturally occurring in rich, open woodlands of New York and states south and west, this species prefers partial shade and moist soils. Spreads slowly over time, rooting where stems come in contact with bare soil, to form a loose groundcover. While relatively unbothered by deer, this species is, however, much loved by bunnies, so unfortunately it is not recommended for gardens or properties with active rabbits in residence.
QT. pot
HABIT
Height: 12”
Bloom Time: early to mid-spring
SITE CONDITIONS
Light: part shade
Soil: medium-wet, average, medium-dry
CULTIVATION TIPS
Establishment: spreads slowly, eventually forming loose sprawling colonies
Deer Resistance: low to moderate
INTERACTIONS
Pollinator Support: high; requires long-tongued insects for pollination
CONSERVATION
Native Range: Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast
Seed Propagated: no