Phlox divaricata, the wild blue phlox, woodland phlox, or wild sweet william, is a species of flowering plant in the family Polemoniaceae, native to forests and fields in eastern North America.
Family:
Polemoniaceae (Phlox)
Height:
10 to 18 inches
Leaves:
Lance-shaped leaves (up to 3 inches long) are oppositely arranged on stem. Leaves are slightly hairy and have a smooth edge.
Flower:
Violet, blue, or white flowers with 5 petals that fuse together at the base, grow up to 1 inch wide
Bloom time:
April-June
Nicknames:
Woodland Phlox, Blue Wood Phlox
Habitat:
Deciduous woodlands
Wildlife Benefits:
Flowers are attractive to bumblebees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Can I plant this in my garden?
Wild blue phlox prefers shady areas and soils that are rich in organic materials.
References:
https://www.minnesotawildflowers.info/flower/wild-blue-phlox
https://www.illinoiswildflowers.info/woodland/plants/wood_phlox.html
Family | Polemoniaceae |
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Habit | Forb |
Life cycle | perennial |
Origin | native |
Flower | blue, purple, white |
Bloom time | (4) April, (5) May, (6) June |
*sites | Snail Lake |