Prairie phlox flowers are delicate pink and purple clusters of blooms that bring cheer to any garden. They also bring butterflies, are native in many areas, and require little maintenance. Try this pretty plant in your native beds, naturalized areas, and dry prairie or meadow. What Is Prairie Phlox? Phlox pilosa, also known as prairie phlox or downy phlox, is an herbaceous, flowering perennial native to much of eastern Canada and the U.S. Pilosa refers to the fact that the stems, leaves, and parts of the flowers have fine, white hairs. Prairie phlox grows in neat clumps up to about 1.5 to 2 feet (45 to 60 cm.) tall and a little less wide. The prairie phlox flowers grow in rounded clusters. The flowers are tubular and pink to purple in color. They have a pleasant fragrance, bloom from May through July, and attract butterflies. Growing Prairie Phlox You’ll find […]
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