Species
Phlox paniculataGarden Phlox65 other cultivars
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‘Rene Duval’Garden Phlox 'Rene Duval'
‘Sherbet Cocktail’Sherbet Cocktail Garden Phlox
‘Glamour Girl’Glamour Girl Garden Phlox
‘Material Girl’Material Girl Phlox
‘John Fanick’John Fanick Phlox
‘Blue Paradise’Blue Paradise Phlox
‘Fashionably Early Crystal’Fashionably Early Crystal Garden Phlox
‘Blue’Blue Garden Phlox
‘Bright Eyes’Garden Phlox Bright Eyes Phlox
‘Starburst’Garden Phlox 'Starburst'
‘David’David Garden Phlox
‘Opalescence’Garden Phlox Opalescence
‘Hardy Tall’Hardy Tall Phlox
‘Jeana’Jeana Garden Phlox
‘Robert Poore’Phlox paniculata Robert Poore
‘Nicky’Nicky Phlox
‘Flame Red’Phlox Flame Red
‘Crme de la Crme’Crème de la Crème Garden Phlox
‘Katherine’Garden Phlox Katherine
‘Cloudburst’Cloudburst Hybrid Phlox
‘Bedazzled Lavender’Phlox Bedazzled Lavender
‘Blue Boy’Phlox Blue Boy
‘Barfourteen’Flame Pink Eye Garden Phlox
‘Sweet Summer Fantasy’Sweet Summer Fantasy Phlox
‘Backlight’Backlight Garden Phlox
‘Flame Coral’Phlox Flame Coral
‘Cover Girl’Phlox Cover Girl
‘Chattahoochee’Garden Phlox Chattahoochee Phlox
‘Laura’Laura Garden Phlox
‘Flame Series Purple Eye’Phlox paniculata Flame Series Purple Eye
‘Dunbar Creek’Dunbar Creek Garden Phlox
‘Flame Light Blue’Flame Light Blue Garden Phlox
‘Eva Cullum’Eva Cullum Garden Phlox
‘Delft Blue’Garden Phlox 'Delft Blue'
‘Orchid Yellow Tall’Orchid Yellow Tall Phlox
‘Miss Karen’Miss Karen Phlox
‘Junior Dance’Phlox Junior Dance
‘Junior Dream’Junior Dream Garden Phlox
‘Franz Schubert’Franz Schubert Garden Phlox
‘Prime Minister’Garden Phlox Prime Minister
‘Silvermine’Phlox paniculata Silvermine
‘Pixie Miracle Grace’Pixie Miracle Grace Phlox
‘Amazing Grace’Phlox paniculata Amazing Grace
‘Lizzie’Phlox Lizzie
‘Miss Mary’Miss Mary Phlox
‘May Breeze’May Breeze Garden Phlox
‘Becky Towe’Becky Towe Variegated Garden Phlox
‘Little Princess’Little Princess Garden Phlox
‘Mt Fujiyama’Japanese Phlox
‘Orange Perfection’Orange Perfection Garden Phlox
‘Miss Jill’Miss Jill Phlox
‘Cherry Cream’Garden Phlox Cherry Cream
‘Red Riding Hood’Red Riding Hood Garden Phlox
‘Purple Eyes’Garden Phlox 'Purple Eyes'
‘Norah Leigh’Norah Leigh Variegated Garden Phlox
‘Harlequin’Harlequin Garden Phlox
‘Shorty White’Shorty White Garden Phlox
‘Goldmine’Goldmine Garden Phlox
‘Starfire’Garden Phlox 'Starfire'
‘Natural Feelings’Fragrant Phlox
‘Delta Snow’Delta Snow Garden Phlox
‘Red Feelings’Garden Phlox 'Red Feelings'
‘Bubblegum Pink’Phlox Bubblegum Pink
‘Rubymine’Phlox paniculata Rubymine
The Story
Plant Bio
An upright, herbaceous perennial with stiff stems, lance-shaped green leaves, and large, terminal clusters (panicles) of fragrant, five-petaled flowers that bloom from mid-summer to early fall. It is native to eastern and central North America.
Distinguished by its vibrant, ultraviolet-purple flowers with a subtle white eye. This cultivar is noted for its strong performance, long bloom period, and excellent resistance to powdery mildew.
Uses & Benefits:
Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Perennial
Height
30 inches
Width
28 inches
Light
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Zones
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Water
Moderate
Humidity
Average
Lifespan
Perennial
Native To
North America
Toxicity
Non-toxic to humans and pets
Marketplace
Where to Buy
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Planting
How to Grow
- Tuck seeds or divisions into well-prepared soil in early spring.
- Water thoroughly after planting to establish roots.
- Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer during active growth.
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
- Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Monitor for pests and treat as needed during the growing season.
Pro Tip
Plant in full sun with well-draining soil for best blooms.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Water regularly during dry spells 🌱
- Prune dead flowers to promote rebloom
- Mulch to conserve moisture
Don't
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Don't neglect pruning after flowering
- Refrain from planting in overly shaded spots
Seasonal Care Calendar
| Task | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Prune |
Watch Out For
Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
Common Diseases
In the Garden
Landscape Uses & Companions
Landscape Uses
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
Garden Phlox 'Ultraviolet' questions
What zones can Garden Phlox 'Ultraviolet' grow in?
Garden Phlox 'Ultraviolet' is hardy in USDA Zones 4–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.
Is Garden Phlox 'Ultraviolet' deer resistant?
Not reliably. Deer may browse Garden Phlox 'Ultraviolet', especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.
When does Garden Phlox 'Ultraviolet' bloom?
Garden Phlox 'Ultraviolet' typically blooms in mid to late summer through late fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Garden Phlox 'Ultraviolet' need full sun?
Garden Phlox 'Ultraviolet' does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.
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Grow Garden Phlox 'Ultraviolet' with confidence
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