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Posted: May 7, 2019 at 3:52 PM
Phlox paniculata 'Laura'
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    Plant Type: Perennials

    Rated a top performer! 'Laura' produces masses of fuchsia-purple blossoms with starry, white centers and dark eyes all summer long. This selection has a particularly long bloom an time has demonstrated very good mildew resistance. The perfumed blossoms make great bouquets!

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    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Phlox paniculata is unequaled for showy blooms over a long period throughout the summer. Though they are some of the most popular perennials available, they do require some maintenance to sustain their health and vigor. Tall Garden Phlox grows best in rich, moist soil in full sun. Overhead watering should be avoided since some varieties of phlox are susceptible to powdery mildew. This can be avoided or diminished by providing ample air circulation around the plants and by thinning them out periodically. Deadheading will prolong bloom time and prevent self-seeding.

    Flower Color

    Fuschia-purple

    Foliage Color

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    Plant Spread

    18-24 in.

    Good Companions

    Coneflower-Purple (Echinacea purpurea), Daylily (Hemerocallis ), Salvia-Perennial (Salvia nemorosa), Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum)

    Plant Height

    24-30 in.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    4-8

    Soil Moisture

    Average water needs

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Cut flower or foliage, Fragrant flowers or foliage, Border, Mass Plant

    Bloom Time

    All summer

    Critter Resistance

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    Exposure

    Full sun

    Growth Rate

    Medium

    Seasonal Interests

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