Desert phlox
Phlox austromontana
Desert phlox thrives in well-drained rocky or sandy soils and prefers a spot with partial shade, particularly in hotter climates. Water every 10–14 days and reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant. It is well-suited to xeriscape and native Southwest gardens and requires minimal fertilization.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Slow
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Deeply But Infrequently; Allow Soil To Dry Out Between Waterings
Soil pH
6.5 – 8.5
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 48″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed, Division, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Feb 18, 2013 by EOL − Gary A. Monroe (cc-by-nc)
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