This short, long-blooming phlox packs many pink flowers above its diminutive stems and foliage in late spring.
Native Plant Database
Header Photo: Mervin Wallace
Downy Phlox
Phlox pilosa
Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennials
Native Environment: Prairie, Savanna / Woodland
Season of Interest: Early (Feb - Apr)
Main Color: Pink / Rose
Fall Color:
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Photo: Courtesy of MDC
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Shade
Soil
Moisture
Dry
Nature Attracting
Butterfly, Pollinators/Beneficial Insects
Wildlife Benefit
Animal
Resistance
Deer Resistant
Size
Height:
12 to
18
inches
Spread:
12 to
16
inches
Size
Height: 12 to
18
inches
Spread: 12 to
16
inches
Size
Height: 12 to
18
inches
Spread: 12 to
16
inches
Typical Landscape Use
Naturalize in dry prairie or glade-like habitats, also sunny, well-drained beds.
Establishment and Care Instructions
Avoid crowding from larger species.
Special Features
Special Usage
Basic Description
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