Phlox paniculata 'Nicky' is a striking herbaceous perennial with huge, pyramidal clusters of dark magenta-purple blooms, the darkest of all tall garden phlox. It is a consistent bloomer with good resistance to mildew. The fragrant blooms, which bloom for weeks from mid to late summer, are rich in nectar and are frequented by hummingbirds and butterflies. They make superb fresh-cut blooms and are carried on stiff, tall stems covered in narrow, lance-shaped, mid-green leaves. For maximum impact, plant in drifts, and make sure you have enough for the vase!
| Plant Type |
Perennials |
| Hardiness Zone |
4-8 |
| Exposure |
Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Mid Summer, Late Summer |
| Height | 2' - 4' (ft) |
| Spread | 12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in) |
| Spacing |
24 in |
| Water Needs |
Average |
| Maintenance |
Average |
| Soil Type |
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH |
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage |
Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics |
Fragrant, Showy |
| Tolerance |
Clay Soil, Deer |
| Attracts |
Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses |
Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers |
Phlox paniculata 'Nicky' (Garden Phlox) | Border Phlox 'Nicky', Fall Phlox 'Nicky', Garden Phlox 'Nicky', Perennial Phlox 'Nicky', Summer Phlox 'Nicky' || Phlox paniculata 'Nicky' is a striking herbaceous perennial with huge, pyramidal clusters of dark magenta-purple blooms, the darkest of all tall garden phlox. It is a consistent bloomer with good resistance to mildew. The fragrant blooms, which bloom for weeks from mid to late summer, are rich in nectar and are frequented by hummingbirds and butterflies. They make superb fresh-cut blooms and are carried on stiff, tall stems covered in narrow, lance-shaped, mid-green leaves. For maximum impact, plant in drifts, and make sure you have enough for the vase!
Full Sun, Partial Sun,
Mid Summer, Late Summer,
Average Water Needs, Average Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained,
Fragrant, Showy,
Clay Soil Tolerant, Deer Tolerant,
Attracts Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers
