Perennial phlox ‘Becky Towe’ (Phlox paniculata ‘Becky Towe’) is a perennial plant that can grow 10cm – 50cm tall and 10cm – 50cm wide. In this growing guide we’ll learn the cultivation details and how to plant Perennial phlox ‘Becky Towe’ (Phlox paniculata ‘Becky Towe’).
This plant is commonly known as perennial phlox ‘Becky Towe’.
This is a deciduous plant that takes 2-5 years to reach full maturity.
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Plant profile
Common name: perennial phlox ‘Becky Towe’
Scientific name: Phlox paniculata ‘Becky Towe’
Plant type: Perennials
Habit: Bushy
Height: 10cm – 50cm
Spread: 10cm – 50cm
Foliage: Deciduous
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial shade
Soil: Clay, Loam
Moisture: Moist but well drained
Garden type: Informal Garden
Planting type: Cut Flowers, Flower borders and bedding
Other characteristics: Plants for pollinators, RHS Award of Garden Merit
Seasonal colors
| Season | Stem | Foliage | Flower | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | ||||
| Summer | ||||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Perennial plants are one of the largest groups of plants.
They offer color, shape, fragrance and seasonal textures. The variety is such that there are plants to suit all sizes and styles of garden.
Traditionally, perennials are grown in borders, using a wall or hedge as a backdrop to bring out all their splendor during summer.
But since most gardens are not large enough for long borders dedicated exclusively to perennials, they are usually planted in mixed borders and beds, along with shrubs, annuals, biennials, and bulbs that extend the season of interest.
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How to plant
In this section we will learn how to plant Perennial phlox ‘Becky Towe’ (Phlox paniculata ‘Becky Towe’), know its needs in terms of soil, watering and sun exposure.
Soil
Perennial phlox ‘Becky Towe’ (Phlox paniculata ‘Becky Towe’) is a plant that prefers to grow in clay or loam.
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Clay soil is composed of more than 25 percent clay particles. These particles have a high moisture holding capacity and the soil is heavy to dig and can be waterlogged in winter (dry in summer).
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The loam soil is dark, rich in organic matter but balanced in minerals. It offers the best of all worlds, retaining enough water for the plants, but allowing excess moisture to drain away. This is the most desired type of garden soil, perfect for most plants.
As for pH, it is a plant that grows ideally in soils with pH acid or neutral.
Regarding drainage, Phlox paniculata ‘Becky Towe’ likes to grow in moist but well drained soil.
Sunlight
Perennial phlox ‘Becky Towe’ (Phlox paniculata ‘Becky Towe’) is a plant that should be grown in full sun or partial shade positions.
