Phlox divaricata

Woodland Phlox

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Herbaceous perennial from Eastern North America. Fragrant lavender flowers in spring, heart-shaped leaves. Excellent shaded ground cover needing moist, well-drained soil for optimal growth and vitality.
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Plant Details

Common Name Woodland Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Genus Phlox
Species Divaricata
Origin Eastern North America
Blooming Spring, primarily April and May
Leaf Color Deep green
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-drained loamy soil with organic matter

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, reduce watering after blooming

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers partial to full shade, direct sun may scorch leaves in summer

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Fertilization

Apply compost annually in spring, avoid heavy nitrogen fertilizers

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers to encourage rebloom or cut back after flowering

Pest Control Aphid Slug Snail Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

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Apr
May
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 10000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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