Wild Sweet William. A spreading, semi-evergreen alpine with bright green leaves and pale to deep lilac-blue flowers with narrow petals in early summer. Max Height 35cm. Max Spread 50cm. Flowers June to July. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Phlox divaricata ssp. laphamii
A spreading, semi-evergreen alpine with bright green leaves and pale to deep lilac-blue flowers with narrow petals in early summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Phlox |
|---|---|
| Species | divaricata |
| Varietry | ssp. laphamii |
| Common Name | Wild Sweet William |
| Flower Colour | lilac, blue |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 35cm |
| Family | Polemoniaceae |
| Spread | 50cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
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