White varieties of phlox
White phlox are spectacular representatives of the world of decorative flora, capable of becoming a bright decoration of any backyard territory. They look great in both single and group plantings. With their help, landscape designers create original ensembles and contrasting flower arrangements. What varieties of snow-white phlox are most often used in the design of personal plots - we will consider in this article.
Review of popular varieties
Below is a description of the most popular varieties of white phlox among gardeners.
"Muscovite in white"
A relatively new variety of early flowering paniculate phlox of domestic selection. The average plant height reaches 0.6-0.7 meters. The flowers range in diameter from 3.5 to 4 centimeters. The color of the flowers is milky white, with a rich pink heart. The variety is recommended for arranging high flower beds and creating contrasting group plantings.
"The Swan Princess"
A very spectacular variety of large-flowered paniculate phlox, often found in domestic gardens. The height of mature plants is about 0.7 meters. Spreading bushes, multi-stemmed, lush. Phlox of this variety is characterized by intense growth and a tendency to rapid growth.
Inflorescences are elongated, conical or pyramidal. The variety is notable for its large (up to 4.5 centimeters) unusual bright white star-shaped flowers.
"Snow White"
The original variety of paniculate phlox, resistant to adverse environmental factors. Plants grow rapidly, forming sprawling, well-leafy shrubs with many dense stems. Flowering occurs in July-August. During this period, phloxes of this variety form numerous large pyramidal inflorescences.
The flowers are star-shaped, reaching 4-4.3 centimeters in diameter, with elongated petals. The color of the flowers is snow-white, with a pale purple core.
"White lilac"
A fairly well-known variety of winter-hardy paniculate phlox with small flowers. Plants form very sturdy, upright shrubs with sturdy stems. The average height of the bushes is 0.8-1.1 meters. Flowering begins in August.
Inflorescences are medium-sized, conical in shape. The flowers are small (about 1 centimeter in size), star-shaped, five-petal. The color of the flowers is bright white with a pale yellow center.
"White Admiral"
Highly decorative variety of paniculate winter-hardy phlox. Plants form powerful sprawling bushes with a height of 0.9-1.2 meters. The leaves are deep green, paired, lanceolate. Flowering begins in July-August.
Inflorescences are spherical or conical, loose, voluminous. The flowers are fragrant, simple, symmetrical, reaching 4 centimeters in diameter. The color of the flowers is snow-white.
"White pyramid"
An interesting and attractive variety of tall paniculate phlox. The height of adult plants can reach 1-1.2 meters. Bushes are multi-stemmed, dense. The leaves are paired, lanceolate, bright green in color. Flowering begins in the second half of summer.
The inflorescences are voluminous, elongated, pyramidal. The flowers are milky white, reaching 2.5 centimeters in diameter. Phlox of this variety act as an excellent backdrop for other flowering plants.
"Polar bear"
A fairly old and well-known variety of winter-hardy paniculate phlox. Often used by landscape designers in the creation of single and group plantings.The height of mature bushes usually does not exceed 0.7 meters. The plants enter the flowering period in July.
Inflorescences are loose, conical in shape, reaching 15 centimeters in length. The flowers are large (3.5-4 centimeters in diameter), star-shaped, white, with a slight pistachio shade.
"Alba"
An unpretentious variety of table-bearing phlox, recommended for creating rockeries and low flower beds, arranging curb hedges or decorating alpine slides. The average plant height varies from 20 to 25 centimeters. Plants grow rapidly, forming dense pillow-like clumps. Leaves are ovoid, pale emerald in color.
Flowering begins in late May or early June. At this time, the plants form numerous corymbose inflorescences, exuding a delicate sweet aroma.
The flowers are small, snow-white in color, with a dark yellow core. The variety is considered to be very hardy, capable of taking root in regions with harsh climates and cold winters.
"White crumb"
An attractive, abundantly flowering variety of small-flowered phlox of domestic selection. Plants grow rapidly, forming powerful and sturdy shrubs with a height of 0.8-0.9 meters. Leaves are light green, lanceolate, smooth, arranged in pairs. Inflorescences are large, dense, elongated, conical in shape. The flowers are small, bright white, reaching 1.5 centimeters in diameter.
"White flag"
A popular highly decorative variety of large-flowered phlox. Most often used to create classic flower beds. Recommended for cutting. The average height of the bushes is about 0.8 meters. Bushes are dense, compact, grows slowly.
Flowering occurs in the second half of summer. During this period, the plants form numerous large cone-shaped inflorescences. The size of the flowers can be up to 5 centimeters. The color of the flowers is milky white, with a slight lilac-lilac tint.
"White Nights"
A very effective variety of paniculate phlox of domestic selection. Recommended for creating contrasting group landings. Plant height usually does not exceed 0.8 meters.
Bushes are multi-stemmed, strong, compact. Leaves are glossy, lanceolate, light green in color.
Inflorescences are dense, rounded. The average flower size is 4-4.5 centimeters. The color of the flowers is bright white, with a pale purple-purple center.
Brucese White
An interesting variety of low-growing phlox, often grown as a ground cover. Plants are usually about 20-25 centimeters tall. Phlox of this variety grows slowly, forming loose and lush clumps.
Shoots are short and slender, root easily in the ground. The leaves are elongated, pale green in color. Inflorescences are corymbose. The flowers are bright white with a pale yellow heart. Experts recommend growing this table-bearing phlox in sunny areas, where its flowering will be more lush and long-lasting.
"Snow avalanche"
Quite a popular variety of paniculate phlox, notable for its early and long flowering. Ideal for arranging flower beds, also suitable for cutting. Plants form neat, multi-stemmed bushes up to 1 meter high. Shoots are strong, strong, erect. Leaves are smooth, deep green.
In the second half of summer, the bushes are covered with numerous lush cylindrical inflorescences. The length of the inflorescences can reach 35 centimeters. The size of the flowers varies from 1.5 to 3 centimeters. The color of the flowers is snow-white, with a light cream shade, the core has a delicate pink color. The variety belongs to unpretentious, frost and drought resistant.
In landscape design, white phlox are widespread not only for their spectacular appearance, but also for a number of features that distinguish them from other plants.
So, with the onset of dusk, when all the other inhabitants of the garden gradually dissolve in the darkness, the snow-white blooming phlox amazingly transform the garden, giving it coziness and unique charm.
An overview of white phlox in the video below.
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