John Fanick Phlox | Texas Superstar, southern summer bloomer | Texas Gulf Coast Zone 9b

In the south, phlox is a winter plant as it typically cannot endure the heat and humidity of our summers. But John Fanick Phlox is different, it is a heat tolerant and summer performer here in the south. In fact, it was discovered by Greg Grant in San Antonio growing in a patch of St. Augustine grass. I have mine planted where it will get late afternoon shade in the summer. The pollinators love this bloom and especially the Swallowtail butterflies. I also love John Fanick's beautiful scent. And being designated a Texas Superstar, you know it has to perform! Believe it or not, this wonderful phlox is rated for zones 3a - 9b. The article I reference in the video is here:
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