FAMOUS PURPLE IMP PHLOX 1gal

If you are looking to blanket your garden in vibrant, show-stopping color, the Famous Purple Imp Phlox (Phlox paniculata) is an absolute must-have for your perennial beds. This exceptional plant delivers massive clusters of intensely deep purple, delightfully fragrant flowers that bloom from mid-summer straight through to the early days of autumn. Standing at a perfectly manageable 18 to 24 inches tall and wide, it is the ideal size for the middle of your flower borders or for showing off in large patio containers. You will want to plant this beauty in a spot that receives full sun, though here in our mountain gardens, providing a little relief from the harsh afternoon rays keeps the blooms looking their absolute best.

The real secret to this specific Phlox is right in its name—the "Imp" stands for "improved," which means it boasts excellent natural resistance to powdery mildew, keeping its lush green foliage healthy all season. You will be thrilled by the beneficial bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds these fragrant flowers attract, but you will appreciate even more that local rabbits typically pass it right by. For the best results, plant it in well-drained soil and keep it moderately moist during its first growing season to establish a deep, strong root system. Simply prune the spent blooms for a tidy appearance and cut the plant back to the ground at the end of the season.

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