Phlox 'Clouds of Perfume'
Intoxicating lavender-blue mat
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Phlox 'Clouds of Perfume'
- Drape your garden edges in a low-growing, breath-taking carpet of pale lavender-blue flowers that truly live up to their fragrant name!
- This phlox is an early-flowering, semi-evergreen sensation that brings an unbelievable, intoxicating scent to your spring garden.
- Phlox 'Clouds of Perfume' thrives in dappled shade or partial sun, making it highly versatile for planting under trees or sprawling over rocks.
- It acts as a phenomenally effective, fast-spreading groundcover that completely out-competes weeds while looking incredibly elegant.
- This low-maintenance, fully hardy perennial is the absolute perfect choice to soften harsh edges and bring early-season romance to your borders.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Phlox 'Clouds of Perfume' grows well in pots with regular watering during dry spells.
How big does it get?
Phlox 'Clouds of Perfume' typically reaches a mature height of 30 cm and a spread of 45 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Phlox 'Clouds of Perfume' requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Phlox 'Clouds of Perfume' prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Phlox 'Clouds of Perfume' needs about 2.5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil evenly moist.
Will this plant need pruning?
Phlox 'Clouds of Perfume' does not strictly need pruning, but regular deadheading will encourage more flowering. Cut the plant back to the base in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Phlox 'Clouds of Perfume' is fully hardy (H7), enduring temperatures below -20°C. It thrives uniformly across all regions of the UK without the need for winter protection.
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