Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Downy Phlox-Phlox pilosa

Downy Phlox Blooms
Welcome spring with flaming pink mounds of this low growing phlox.

From early May to June the fragrant flowers are a source of nectar for returning hummingbirds, butterflies and skippers.

They tolerate a little shade and slightly damp loamy soil.




Late Fall Interest




Also known as:  Prairie Phlox

Note:

Please remember to not pick flowers, gather seeds or dig plants without permission from any land owner. It is not allowed on any state or federal properties, so everyone (people and animals) can benefit and enjoy these amazing plants.


More Information: wisflora.herbarium.wisc.edu



Early Spring

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