Sword-leaf Phlox (Phlox buckleyi). Description: Hardy, summer-blooming, North American perennial - Clusters of bright pink flowers rise above neat mounds of narrow, sword-shaped leaves Habit: Grows 6-12" high, clump forming, spreads by rhizomes up to 24" wide; evergreen Culture: Prefers full sun and well-drained soil; tolerates dry soil; remove spent flower stems to encourage leaf growth Hardiness: USDA Zones 4 through 9 Origin: Virginia, West Virginia Attributes: Evergreen - Drought tolerant... - Sword-leaf Phlox (Phlox buckleyi). |