Shooting Star
Dodecatheon meadia
Spring
Phlox paniculata
Clusters of five-petaled flowers with sweet fragrance. Cottage garden staple. Also called summer phlox. Many colors available. Symbol of harmony and sweet dreams. Butterfly favorite.
Summer
Temperate
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Stays fresh for 5 to 7 days
when properly cared for
Sweet, honey-like fragrance, especially noticeable in evening
The name Phlox comes from Greek for flame, referring to bright flower colors
Nearly all garden phlox species are native to North America
Phlox was one of the first American flowers to become popular in European gardens
Butterflies and hummingbirds are strongly attracted to phlox
Nearly all phlox species are native to North America, making them truly American flowers. They were sent to Europe in the 18th century and quickly became garden favorites. British and German breeders developed many of the tall garden phlox varieties we grow today, then exported them back to America.
Rosa cultivars
