Wild Blue Phlox (Phlox Divaricata) is a perennial herb in the Polemoniaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Phlox divaricata is a perennial wildflower native to eastern North America known for its fragrant, blue to violet flowers and mat-forming habit.

Wild Blue Phlox

Wild Blue Phlox

Phlox Divaricata

Phlox divaricata is a perennial wildflower native to eastern North America known for its fragrant, blue to violet flowers and mat-forming habit.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, humus-rich
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, pollinator attraction

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Wild Blue Phlox

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Wild Blue Phlox
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Taxonomy

Family:Polemoniaceae
Genus:Phlox