Phlox pattersonii

Phlox pattersonii

Native to:
Mexico | Mexico Northeast

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Polemoniaceae
Genus:
Phlox
Species:
Phlox pattersonii

Growth Characteristics

Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Colors:
pink, purple

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:
★★☆☆☆ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
butterflies, bees

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold moist stratification for 60-90 days to break dormancy.

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