Phlox Cloudburst #1PW

Common Name: Tall Cushion Phlox

A different type of Phlox that combines the rich color of Tall Garden Phlox and the dome-like habits of Cushion Phlox.

‘Cloudburst’ has dark purple buds open to lavender purple flowers with bright pink eyes that cover a broad, mounding, billowy habit. The pleasantly fragrant flowers cover the plant nearly all the way to the ground starting early summer and continue to bloom all summer long. Frustrated with mildew on your Tall Garden Phlox? ‘Cloudburst’ has excellent disease resistance; with broad, glossy, dark green leaves staying clean all summer long.

These perennials are a favorite of gardeners around the world and a staple of North American native gardens. Be sure to locate these plants in full sun for the best flowering performance and to help avoid powdery mildew concerns. A favorite of pollinators.

Characteristics:

• Height: 28.0 Inches
• Spread: 42.0 Inches
• Hardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8
• Flower Color: Purple shades
• Foliage Color: Green shades
• Sunlight: Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun), Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
• Water Requirements: Average Water Needs
• Bloomtime: Early Summer, Midsummer, Late Summer, Rebloomer, Long Blooming
• Attracts Wings: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Bee Friendly
• Growth Rate: Medium

Photo Credit: Walters Gardens, Inc