Downy Phlox

Phlox pilosa is a super spring bloomer in my garden. This native is known for it's resistance to powdery mildew. The fragrant rosy pink flower heads last about a month depending on how hot it gets in May.

There is a large swath of it in the wildflower garden at the Pitt County Arboretum so lovely in full sun there. Unfortunately with all the rain earlier on it's resistance to the said mildew seems to have been lower this year. Still wouldn't want to be without it. Makes a great tallish ground cover as the leaves are evergreen.