Mount Fuji garden phlox

Phlox paniculata 'Mount Fuji'

PerennialPolemoniaceae

Mount Fuji garden phlox
Fragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size3 to 4 feet tall18 to 24 inches wide
Growth rate
Moderate
Habit
Clumping
Bloom season
Summer, autumn
Bloom color
White
Soil types
Loam, clay

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenMeadowPollinator gardenWoodland

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBeesBirds

Notes

'Mount Fuji' garden phlox (Phlox paniculata 'Mount Fuji') is a perennial for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, loamy or clay soil. Fragrant white flowers open from early to late summer and may return in early autumn. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees visit the blooms.

Pairs well with Switchgrass, Limelight hydrangea, and Fireweed.