I appreciate native shrubs and wildflowers. They are so easy to grow. The environment in this area is perfect for them to thrive because this is their native habitat. I’m so pleased when I walk around ...

Wait until fall frost kills tall phlox before pruning to the ground; fall pruning is keeps powdery mildew at bay. Regular deadheading and light trimming encourage bushier growth, extend blooming, and ...

Tall garden phlox (Phlox paniculata) is a must have for any good pollinator garden. It is one of my favorite pollinator plants, my family says I claim each of my plants are my favorites. This is a ...

The height of summer is upon us. Brilliant colors fill gardens and the scent of flowers hangs in the humid air. I stand, garden scissors in hand. My other hand is absolutely full of spikey stems and ...

Making its debut this year is Luminary Sunset Coral tall garden phlox. I grew it last year as part of the Proven Winners, garden writer trial program and fell madly in love with it. The color is ...

Phlox, (sounds like “flocks”) originating mostly in North America, belongs to a genus of about 70 species that are known as the “backbone” of the perennial border, adding color and fragrance to the ...

As a professional gardener, perennials are my bread and butter. Whether I'm designing a new garden for a client or maintaining an established one, perennials are the backbone of the border, offering ...

Q: I have planted quite a few phlox plants in my border this year, and they are flowering beautifully. When the blooms fade, is it a good idea to deadhead them? And if so, what's the best approach to ...

I've got a sunny, open area in my back yard outside of Hershey. I'd like to grow some tall, spiky-flowering plants, preferably perennials this year. Do you have any recommendations? A: Let's see ...

Q: My perennial phlox plants have curled and yellow leaves. What’s causing this? — Lois S. A: Tall garden phlox are among the most beautiful midsummer blooming perennials. However, they are also ...