Although Phlox is not necessarily the most robust plant, but in the right location and with good care it will delight you with its flowers for a long time. Combine early and late flowering varieties, even all summer long.
How do you care for phlox properly?
To care for Phlox properly, avoid waterlogging, choose resistant and winter-hardy varieties, water regularly, fertilize if necessary and divide and propagate in late autumn or winter. For optimal results, adapt the location to the varieties.
The best location and correct watering
Phlox does not tolerate waterlogging, but depending on the variety it does require slightly moist soil. If it is permeable, excess water can drain away easily. The location should be sunny to partially shaded, depending on the variety. Phlox needs to be watered regularly, especially during the flowering period. You may want to add a little liquid fertilizer (€18.00 on Amazon) to the irrigation water once or twice a month.
Diseases of Phlox
Phlox is not necessarily one of the most resilient plants. Mildew and mildew are the most common pests that it suffers from. Good care and a soil that is not protected from drying out provides quite good protection. Many newer varieties are more resistant than the known old species.
Phlox in winter
The perennial species of phlox are well winter-hardy. As a rule, they do not need protection from the cold. A thick layer of mulch protects the soil from drying out. Some varieties react sensitively to the blazing sun. This can also be a problem in winter. These varieties require sun protection.
Propagate Phlox by dividing
During the flowering period, the plants put all their strength into their flowers. Division at this time will place additional stress on your phlox. It is therefore better to choose a different time, such as late autumn or winter. The ideal time for propagation through root cuttings is November and December. Of course there should be no frost then.
The most important care tips:
- Avoid waterlogging
- possibly plant resistant varieties
- Propagation by sharing
- possibly choose a winter-hardy variety
Tips & Tricks
By dividing you get many identical plants and you can certainly make other garden lovers happy with your phlox.
