Phlox (D) 'Ochsenblut' - P9

Description
The Phlox 'Ochsenblut' (Phlox douglasii) is a broad, creeping perennial that forms dark red, wheel-shaped flowers arranged in umbels from May to June. Its lanceolate leaves are medium green in colour. In a sunny location with well-drained, loose soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 10 cm and is approx. 30 cm wide. The Phlox 'Ochsenblut' is well tolerant of frost.

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Phlox 'Ochsenblut' are medium green, lanceolate.

Frost hardiness
The Phlox 'Ochsenblut' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Broad, creeping.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
- Excess water must be able to drain away easily and waterlogging should be avoided at all costs. - If the plant is divided every 2-3 years and weak roots and shoots are removed, the reward is better growth and flowering vigour!

Flower
Phlox douglasii 'Ochsenblut' forms wheel-shaped, dark red flowers arranged in umbels from May.

Use
Group planting, rock garden, cottage garden