You probably also have a phlox in your garden. Their flowers are far too beautiful to be able to do without the perennial. Unfortunately, pests see it the same way. For example, the stubborn mildew likes to settle on the plant and spoil its appearance with a dirty coating. By choosing powdery mildew-resistant phlox varieties, you can prevent the parasite from occurring. Below you will find a clear selection.
Which Phlox varieties are mildew resistant?
Mildew-resistant phlox varieties include meadow phlox (Phlox maculata), broadleaf phlox (Phlox amplifolia) and future phlox (Phlox 'Tiara'). They are characterized by lush flowers, drought resistance and insensitivity to the fungus.
Mildew resistant Phlox varieties
- Meadow Phlox (Phlox maculata)
- Brittleaf Phlox (Phlox amplifolia)
- Future Phlox
The Meadow Phlox
- upright shoots
- loamy, humus-rich soil
- high nutrient requirement
- sunny location
- does not tolerate drought
The meadow phlox comes from North America. It impresses with its lush and, above all, long-lasting flowering. This appears either white or with colored spots, even before other Phlox varieties. To ensure that your plant can develop optimally, it is recommended to divide it after two to three years. The flower is particularly effective next to other meadow plants such as the Hernerocallis.
The broadleaf phlox
- tall stems
- wide, round umbels
- flowers pink, rarely white
The broad-leaf phlox is similar in appearance to the conventional tall phlox. However, it is not only its mildew resistance that is advantageous, but also its heat and drought resistance. The broadleaf phlox blooms in summer.
The Future Phlox
- sunny location
- the height is 40-50 cm
The Future Phlox is a variety that you can get under the name Tiara. This variety primarily flowers in white.
Tip
Although the varieties mentioned are all mildew resistant, to be on the safe side you should always keep your phlox moist. Severe drought promotes the spread of the fungus.
