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Description
Phlox Divaricata Subsp. Laphamii Chattahoochee, commonly known as Chattahoochee phlox, is a plant species belonging to the Polemoniaceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States and is commonly found in Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee. This perennial plant has a height of 6-12 inches and a spread of 12-24 inches. It blooms in late spring to early summer and produces clusters of lavender-blue flowers. The flowers have a pleasant fragrance that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. The leaves are green and lance-shaped, growing up to 2 inches long.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Polemoniaceae |
| Genus | Phlox |
Appearance
Chattahoochee phlox is a low-growing plant that has a spreading habit. It has thin, lance-shaped leaves that are about 2 inches long. The leaves are green and have a slightly glossy surface. The flowers are clustered at the top of the stem and are lavender-blue in color. The flowers have a pleasant fragrance and are about 0.5 inches in diameter.
Care Guide
To care for Chattahoochee phlox, it is important to provide it with moist, well-drained soil. It prefers partial shade but can also tolerate full sun. It is hardy in zones 4-9. This plant does not require any fertilizer, but you can fertilize it in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Common Pests & Diseases
Chattahoochee phlox is susceptible to powdery mildew, which is a fungal disease that can be treated with a fungicide. It is also prone to spider mites, aphids, and whiteflies. These pests can be controlled with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
Habitat
Chattahoochee phlox is native to the southeastern United States and is commonly found in Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee. It grows in moist, well-drained soil and prefers partial shade. It can be found in woodlands, meadows, and along stream banks.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Chattahoochee phlox grow in full sun?
A: Chattahoochee phlox prefers partial shade but can also tolerate full sun.
Q: How do I fertilize Chattahoochee phlox?
A: Chattahoochee phlox does not require any fertilizer, but you can fertilize it in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Q: What pests are common on Chattahoochee phlox?
A: Chattahoochee phlox is prone to spider mites, aphids, and whiteflies.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Chattahoochee phlox?
A: Chattahoochee phlox is hardy in zones 4-9.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Chattahoochee phlox:
- Phlox divaricata
- Phlox paniculata
- Phlox stolonifera
References
- “Phlox divaricata subsp. laphamii,” Missouri Botanical Garden, accessed August 26, 2021, https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c762.
- “Phlox divaricata subsp. laphamii (Chattahoochee phlox),” Plant Care Guide, accessed August 26, 2021, https://www.mygardenlife.com/plant-library/2404/phlox-divaricata-subsp-laphamii/.
- “Phlox divaricata subsp. laphamii,” Illinois Wildflowers, accessed August 26, 2021, https://www.illinoiswildflowers.info/woodland/plants/ch_phlox.htm.
