Perennial phlox laura
Phlox (phlox) is one of the most hardy, but at the same time popular perennials. Paniculate and dense inflorescences give the plant a special decorative effect of the most varied flowers. Fragrant flowers are distinguished by long and abundant flowering. In the second half of summer, blooming phlox varieties are considered one of the main decorations of gardens and flower beds. Many butterflies cannot fly past the pleasant aroma of this perennial plant - phlox laura.
A similar plant is used both for cutting and for group plantings.
So, phlox paniculata Laura is a perennial of bright violet-purple color with a white center in the middle. Its flowers generally have a diameter of 3.5 cm. They are usually collected in lush paniculate inflorescences 110-120 cm high.
It is known that phlox laura prefers areas for water drainage with a slight slope or even. They grow equally well both in partial shade and in full sun. For their successful cultivation, fertile, medium loamy, moist and loose soils are suitable.
For planting phlox, the soil is prepared in the fall. The earth is dug up in September, compost or rotted manure is added, in the case of acidic soil - lime.
The planting pit should be about 25-30 cm deep. Mineral complex fertilizer and rotted manure must be placed on the bottom.
The depth of natural planting is 3-5 cm from the root collar and directly to the surface of the earth.
Depending on the variety, the planting scheme is as follows: 35-60 cm or 40-90 cm between perennials in a row.