Prairie Phlox (Phlox pilosa)

Light:

Full to partial sun

Flowering:

Late spring to early summer

Soil:

Widely tolerant. All but wet, heavy soils. Drought tolerant.

Height:

16 to 20 inches

Color:

Pink

Hardiness:

Zone 3. Very hardy native.

Uses:

Mixed gardens, native plantings, cutting. Excellent butterfly plant.

Care:

Very attractive and not bothered by mildews and other foliar diseases. Can be carefully divided in the spring.

Native:

Yes