Phlox paniculata David

Phlox paniculata 'David' has large flowerheads made up of multiple, five petalled blooms and is an award-winning wonder for your summer garden. The large, crisp white, showy flowerheads are held over neat, upright clumps of bright green foliage all summer long; whilst releasing a gentle, sweet fragrance into the breeze. These nectar-rich blooms are loved by bees and butterflies which are sure to visit your garden. Native to North America, phlox were introduced to Europe in the 1700's. The name stems from the Greek word for 'flame' - representative of the way these flowers have shone like torches in our gardens for many years. Phlox paniculata 'David, holds the RHS award of Garden Merit for outstanding performance in the garden - a well-deserved accolade in our opinion. Easy to grow and happy in container or herbaceous border, Phlox paniculata 'David' also makes and excellent and long-lasting cut flower. Tolerant of most soils, this phlox prefers a spot which benefits from full sun or part shade and matures to a maximum height of 1.1m with a spread of up to 60cm.