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Common Name(s)

Downy Phlox

Botanical Name

Phlox pilosa

Family

Polemoniaceae

Origin

Southern Canada to Central Florida and Texas

Description

Perennial wildflower to 1.5 ft.

Flowering Season

Spring (sporadically afterwards)

Exposure

Full sun to partial shade

Moisture

Average (well-drained best)

Nectar Value

3/5 Good nectar source (Fragrant)

FM Stock #

393


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