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Hardy perennial
Polemoniaceae
Perennials
Phlox ‘Cover Girl’
Phlox
Phlox ‘Cover Girl’: 105 cm tall and 70 cm spread, sun to partial shade. Lavender, white flowers in July-August. Zone 3; choose soil compatible with its moisture needs.
- Exposure
- Sun to partial shade
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 3
Discover the plant
Common namePhlox ‘Cover Girl’
FamilyPolemoniaceae
GenusPhlox
CultivarCover Girl
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical namePhlox
The silhouette of Phlox ‘Cover Girl’ (Phlox ‘Cover Girl’) adds dimension to garden compositions. Its foliage displays shades of green, which can be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is July-August. At maturity, expect 105 cm in height and 70 cm in width, which suggests its use at the back of borders and as a focal point.
The success of Phlox ‘Cover Girl’ begins with its location: full sun to partial shade, in suitable soil (drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment). Support the rooting of Phlox ‘Cover Girl’ with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily applications on already moist soil. A margin corresponding to its 70 cm spread avoids having to move the clump in the first few seasons. The indicated hardiness level is zone 3, to be evaluated according to your garden's conditions.
When planting Phlox ‘Cover Girl’, remove diseased portions and avoid piling debris in the center of the clumps. Sufficient space between phlox helps the foliage dry; direct water to the soil rather than onto the leaves. For pairings, consider campanulas, daylilies, and echinaceas in varieties with similar needs. Keep its 105 cm height in mind to place lower plants on the correct side and allow the flowers to be visible during July-August.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
70 cm
Best planting time
Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing time for the roots to settle before the severe cold weather.
Propagation
Division of clumps; root cuttings; stem cuttings. Sowing does not guarantee the fidelity of a named cultivar.
Growing method
Phlox 'Cover Girl': Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots time to establish before the hard frosts. Accompany the rooting of Phlox 'Cover Girl' with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Sufficient space between phlox plants helps the foliage to dry; direct water to the soil rather than onto the leaves.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Soil pH
Acid to neutral to alkaline; general botanical group indication
Care level
Regular maintenance
Watering
Accompany the establishment of Phlox 'Cover Girl' with deep waterings, then check the moisture level before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily waterings on soil that is already moist.
Soil type
Drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during installation
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Moderate humidity; water according to the actual state of the root ball
Seasonal care
Phlox ‘Cover Girl’: remove diseased portions and avoid accumulating debris in the center of the clumps. During its flowering period (July-August), also look out for damaged stems and neighboring plants that might overshadow the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
Stable container with drainage holes, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and the adult development.
To try Phlox ‘Cover Girl’ in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (70 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would in open ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
3.5 feet (1.07 m)
Width / spread
28 inches (71 cm)
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Green
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Not documented for this selection
Bloom period
July-August
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Associations to consider for Phlox 'Cover Girl': campanulas, daylilies, echinaceas. Choose varieties that tolerate sun to partial shade and comparable moisture; allow each clump its adult space.
Plants to avoid
Around Phlox 'Cover Girl', primarily avoid neighbors that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Compatibility in terms of light, water, and spread takes precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Where to plant Phlox 'Cover Girl'?
Provide sunlight to partial shade and a suitable soil (well-drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment). Sufficient space between phlox helps the foliage to dry; direct water towards the soil rather than onto the leaves.
Where should Phlox 'Cover Girl' be planted?
Expect a height of about 105 cm and a width of 70 cm at maturity. Approximately 70 cm between centers, to be adjusted according to the actual development of the clump. This size is suitable for use at the back of a flower bed and as a focal point.
When does Phlox 'Cover Girl' bloom?
The period indicated is July-August. The flower color palette is lavender, white. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, the season, and the plant's establishment.
How to water and care for Phlox 'Cover Girl'?
Accompany the establishment of Phlox ‘Cover Girl’ with deep watering, then check the moisture level before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily waterings on soil that is already moist. Remove disease-affected portions and avoid piling debris in the center of the clumps.
Can Phlox ‘Cover Girl’ be grown in a pot?
To try Phlox ‘Cover Girl’ in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future spread (70 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
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