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Phlox Southern Blaze Blueberry
Southern Blaze™ Blueberry Phlox (Phlox drummondii) – Vibrant Blue Blooms for Southern Gardens
Bring long-lasting color and pollinator-friendly charm to your garden with Southern Blaze™ Blueberry phlox, a Proven Winners award-winning annual. Native to North America and specifically adapted to southern climates, this Texan nativar thrives in heat, humidity, and drought conditions, making it a dependable choice for gardeners in USDA zones 10a–11b.
Features & Benefits:
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Show-Stopping Blooms: Produces a continuous display of bright blue to blue-purple flowers from planting until hard frost, creating vibrant summer and fall interest.
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Pollinator Magnet: Attracts butterflies and supports native pollinators, enhancing your garden’s ecological value.
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Low Maintenance: Forms a neat, mounded habit of lush green foliage that requires minimal care; deadheading is not necessary.
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Versatile Planting: Ideal for both landscapes and containers, adding color as a garden filler or centerpiece.
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Heat & Drought Tolerant: Performs exceptionally in southern climates and withstands challenging summer conditions.
Plant Characteristics:
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Type: Annual
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Height & Spread: 10–16 inches (25–41 cm)
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Spacing: 8–12 inches (20–30 cm)
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Foliage: Bright green, mounded habit
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Flower Color: Blue to blue-purple
Growing Requirements:
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Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours) to part sun (4–6 hours)
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Soil: Average fertility with good drainage
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Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
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Maintenance: Easy-care, suitable for beginner and experienced gardeners

