Phlox div. 'Dirigo Ice' - P9

Description
The Blue phlox 'Dirigo Ice' (Phlox divaricata) is a creeping perennial that forms light blue, wheel-shaped flowers arranged in umbels with a strong fragrance from May to June. Its lanceolate leaves are medium green in colour. In a semi-shady location with well-drained, lime-free soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 40 cm and is approx. 30 cm wide. The Blue phlox 'Dirigo Ice' is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* Cut flower * strongly scented flowers * easy to care for

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Blue phlox 'Dirigo Ice' are medium green, lanceolate.

Frost hardiness
The Blue phlox 'Dirigo Ice' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Creeping.

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

Location
Preferred location in partial shade.

Soil
Normal soil.

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

Planting partner
The Blue phlox 'Dirigo Ice' sets beautiful accents together with: Peony, Aster, Eupatorium, Rough Garden Coneflower.

Care
- Excess water must be able to drain away easily and waterlogging should be avoided at all costs. - Cut back vigorously after flowering.

Flower
Phlox divaricata 'Dirigo Ice' forms wheel-shaped, light blue flowers arranged in umbels from May. These exude a strong fragrance.

Resistance to diseases
The following diseases should be considered Phlox divaricata 'Dirigo Ice': - Powdery mildew: healthy variety.

Use
Group planting, rock garden, cottage garden, cutting, ground cover, undergrowth, shade, woodland edge