Phlox (P) 'The King' - P9

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * fragrant flowers * easy to care for

Growth habit
Upright.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Tasks
- Fertilise: In the period from March to April - Watering: In the period from April to September - Pruning: In the period from September to October.

Care
- Excess water must be able to drain away easily and waterlogging should be avoided at all costs. - Regular watering in summer is particularly important. Morning or evening is the best time for this. Watering should also be done slowly and, if possible, not over flowers and leaves.

Flower
Phlox paniculata 'The King' forms purple-violet flowers arranged in umbels from July. These exude a light fragrance.

Use
Group planting, rock garden, cottage garden, cutting, bee pasture, rose garden