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fall phlox

Phlox paniculata

Fall phlox is a colorful flower that blooms in late summer and fall. It has lovely clusters of star-shaped flowers that attract butterflies and bees, making gardens bright and cheerful.

Habitat: Gardens

Appearance

The fall phlox has large, showy clusters of small, star-shaped flowers that bloom in vibrant shades of pink, purple, white, or red. Its sturdy, upright stems are topped with these fragrant flower heads, creating a striking burst of color in late summer.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderEricalesFamilyPolemoniaceaeGenusPhlox
fall phlox
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fall phlox

Category

Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Butterflies love to land on its flat clusters to sip sweet nectar!

Each tiny, star-shaped flower has five petals joined at the bottom.

The name "Phlox" means "flame" in Greek, describing its bright colors!

Wild phlox helps feed insects and hummingbirds when other flowers fade.

Special abilities

Ability

Fragrant Beacon

Fall phlox has a sweet, strong scent that helps it attract butterflies and moths from afar for pollination.

Ability

Nectar Nook

Its dense flower clusters provide many tiny tubes of nectar, giving pollinators a rewarding feeding spot.

Ability

Sun Spire

Fall phlox grows tall with sturdy stems, helping its flowers reach for maximum sunlight to power its blooms.

Measurements & details

Height
60-150 cm
Spread
60-90 cm
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Bloom Season
Summer to Fall
Edible
No
Toxicity
Mild
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is fall phlox?

60-150 cm

How wide does fall phlox spread?

60-90 cm

How big are the flowers on fall phlox?

2-3 cm

When does fall phlox bloom?

Summer to Fall

Is fall phlox edible?

No

Is fall phlox toxic?

Mild

What is fall phlox's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is fall phlox pollinated?

Insect

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