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From "Garden Sense"
episode DGAR-203

(Continued from page 8)

Phlox paniculata – Garden Phlox

Deciduous perennial noted for its tall upright habit and profuse flowers in a variety of colors in late spring and summer
Plant in full sun to light shade
Plant in average to moist soil; divide in early spring every 3-4 years
Plant with good air circulation or may develop powdery mildew
Height: 30-36 inches; Width: 12-24 inches
Hardy in USDA zones 4-8:
- Zone 4: Plant in spring to prevent winter heaving; plant in full sun; apply extra mulch after first hard frost; avoid contact with salt.
- Zone 5: Plant in spring to prevent winter heaving; plant in full sun to light shade; apply extra mulch after first hard frost; avoid contact with salt.
- Zone 6: Plant in spring; plant in full sun to light shade; avoid contact with salt.
- Zone 7: Plant in early spring; plant in full sun to light shade; provide supplemental water during dry spells.
- Zone 8: Plant in early spring; plant in full sun to light shade; provide supplemental water during dry spells.

Delphinium x belladonna 'Blue Bees' – Blue Bees Delphinium

Deciduous perennial noted for its tall upright spikes of blue flowers with white centers
Plant in full sun to light shade
Plant in average to moist soil; divide in early spring every 3-4 years
Plants may need staking in wind or heavy rain
Poisonous
Height: 36-48 inches; Width: 18-24 inches
Hardy in USDA zones 3-9:
Gardener's Note: Although many resources say hardy in zones 3-9, it sometimes struggles in zones colder than zone 7 in the South and 8 in the Pacific Northwest.
- Zone 3: Plant in spring to prevent winter heaving; plant in full sun; apply extra mulch after first hard frost; avoid contact with salt.
- Zone 4: Plant in spring to prevent winter heaving; plant in full sun; apply extra mulch after first hard frost; avoid contact with salt.
- Zone 5: Plant in spring to prevent winter heaving; plant in full sun to light shade; apply extra mulch after first hard frost; avoid contact with salt.
- Zone 6: Plant in spring; plant in full sun to light shade.
- Zone 7: Plant in early spring; plant in full sun to light shade; provide supplemental water during dry spells; plants may languish in hot, humid areas.
- Zone 8: Plant in early spring; plant in full sun to light shade; provide supplemental water during dry spells; plants may languish in hot, humid areas.
- Zone 9: Plant in early spring; plant in full sun to light shade; provide supplemental water during dry spells; plants may languish in hot, humid areas.

Gardening by Zip Code
If you're looking to start a gardening projectbut don't know your gardening zone—visit the National Gardening Associations's USDA Hardiness Zone Finder. Enter your Zip Code to identify the proper zone.

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