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Phlox paniculata ‘Goldmine Improved’
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Phlox paniculata ‘Goldmine Improved’
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Phlox paniculata ‘Goldmine Improved’


Summer Phlox

 USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.416.410


Summer Phlox is very popular for its late summer display in the border. This midsized selection is considered an improvement on P. 'Goldmine’ and has large clusters of fragrant, bright magenta– purple flowers and green leaves with golden-yellow margins. Summer Phlox are superb for cutting, and may even attract passing butterflies. Remove faded flowers to encourage a second bloom.

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Phlox paniculata ‘Goldmine Improved’


Optimal Growing
Conditions		 Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy 		Flower Colour
  Purple
Blooming Time
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Early Fall
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
  Gold
  Variegated
  Yellow
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Fragrant
  Massed
  Specimen
Height
   70-75 cm
   27-29 inches
Spread
   60-75 cm
   23-29 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Medium