Scientific Name
Phlox pilosa
Files
Download Seed: The black seed of phlox is 1.5-2 mm long. (34 KB)
Download Seedling: One month old phlox seedling growing in research greenhouse at SDSU. (64 KB)
Download Vegetative: The leaves can be up to 4 inches long. (85 KB)
Download Flowering: Flowers are found at the top of the stems in rounded clusters. (57 KB)
Download Fruiting: The fruiting is a capsule. (100 KB)
Download Research garden: Phlox after one seasons growth in research garden near SDSU. (97 KB)
Family Name
Polemoniaceae
Common Name
Prairie phlox
Horticulture Notes
Seed Collection: Collect seed in June-July
Germination: Spring sow
Vegetative Propagation:
Soils: Rocky
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Water: Dry to moist
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