Crater Lake Phlox

Phlox 'Crater Lake'

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Overview

The Phlox 'Crater Lake' boasts vivid blue-violet flowers clustered atop 8-12 inch stems. This perennial thrives in USDA zones 4-8, blooming profusely in spring. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Its compact growth and resistance to mildew make it ideal for borders, rock gardens, and as a groundcover. Provide moderate water for optimal performance. Deer tend to avoid this fragrant, low-maintenance beauty.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 3–8Climate Temperate

Crater Lake Phlox (Phlox 'Crater Lake') — The Phlox 'Crater Lake' boasts vivid blue-violet flowers clustered atop 8-12 inch stems

Crater Lake Phlox (Phlox 'Crater Lake') — This perennial thrives in USDA zones 4-8, blooming profusely in spring

Crater Lake Phlox (Phlox 'Crater Lake') — It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–8

Shape & size

Mature height: 12–16 Inches
Mature width: 12–16 Inches

Classification

Family: Polemoniaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Crater Lake Phlox (Phlox 'Crater Lake') — The Phlox 'Crater Lake' boasts vivid blue-violet flowers clustered atop 8-12 inch stems

Crater Lake Phlox (Phlox 'Crater Lake') — This perennial thrives in USDA zones 4-8, blooming profusely in spring

Crater Lake Phlox (Phlox 'Crater Lake') — It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil

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