Phlox (M) 'Alpha' - P9

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Phlox maculata.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * fragrant flowers

Growth habit
Bushy.

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 off easily, waterlogging should be avoided at all costs.

Flower
Phlox carolina 'Alpha' forms wheel-shaped, magenta-coloured flowers arranged in umbels from July. These exude a pleasant fragrance.

Use
Group planting, rock garden, cottage garden, cutting, bee pasture