You probably have a phlox in your garden too. Its flowers are far too beautiful to be able to do without the perennial. Unfortunately, pests see it the same way. For example, the stubborn powdery mildew likes to nest on the plant, clouding its appearance with a dirty coating. By choosing mildew-resistant phlox varieties, you prevent the occurrence of the parasite. Below you will find a clear selection.
The meadow phlox is mildew resistant
Mildew resistant phlox varieties
- Meadow phlox (Phlox maculata)
- Leaflet Phlox (Phlox amplifolia)
- Future Phlox
The meadow phlox
- upright shoots
- loamy, humic soil
- high nutrient requirement
- sunny location
- does not tolerate drought
The meadow phlox is native to North America. It inspires with its lush and, above all, long-lasting flowering. This appears either white or spotted in color, ahead of other phlox varieties. So that your plant can develop optimally, a division after two to three years is recommended. In addition to other meadow plants such as the Hernerocallis, the flower comes into its own.
The Broadleaf Phlox
- tall stems
- broad, round umbels
- flowers pink, rarely white
The broadleaf phlox is similar in appearance to the traditional tall phlox. However, not only its mildew resistance is advantageous, but also its heat and drought resistance. The broadleaf phlox flowers in summer.
The Future Phlox
- sunny location
- the growth height is 40-50 cm
The Future Phlox is a breed that you get under the name Tiara. This variety mainly flowers in white.
tips
Although the varieties mentioned are all resistant to mildew, to be on the safe side, you should always keep your phlox moist. Severe drought favors the spread of the fungus.