Balsukafus garden phlox

Phlox paniculata 'Balsukafus'

PerennialPolemoniaceae

Balsukafus garden phlox
Fragrant
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size18 to 21 inches tall15 to 18 inches wide
Growth rate
Moderate
Habit
Clumping
Bloom season
Summer, autumn
Bloom color
Pink
Soil types
Loam, clay

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenMeadowPollinator gardenWoodland

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBeesBirds

Notes

'Balsukafus' garden phlox (Phlox paniculata 'Balsukafus') is a perennial for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, loamy or clay soil. It forms a clumping mound with fragrant pink flowers from early to late summer and again in early autumn. Butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and birds visit the blooms.

Pairs well with Switchgrass, Quick Fire panicle hydrangea, and Lily.