The beauty of the flames was appreciated already in the 18th century. They must have made a significant impression on the thenlovers plants , since they were one of the first ornamental plants to be found ingardens ruralIn addition, it is known that this type of gardens used to be reserved primarily forutility species , ornamental arrangements were rare in them. And the fashion for the flamescontinues to this day
The paniculate flame Phlox paniculata is the most famous species of flame. The plant blooms fromJunetoSeptemberand, depending on the variety, reaches a height of up to 130 cm.The flames have a veryattractive color flowersCurrently, the growers have prepared the flames in the shades ofpink,violet ,red , some varieties have flowerswhiteandsalmonWith the decorative effect of planting in mind, in one arrangement, we advise you to combine varieties with different flowering periods, so that theassumption retains a nice appearancefor several months.
Flames other than those that grow in our gardens
-Płomyk running'Homes F i re' varieties grows slowly and is suitable for planting on the edges of woody plantings. Flowers appear in abundance inMayandJuneThis variety blooms in pink, white and blue.
-Flame awesomecreates glamorouscascades blue, white or pink flowers. This species is suitable for planting on dry walls and in rock gardens.Płomyk szydlasty likes sunny positions insandy ground
- Płomyk Phlox amplifolia tolerates well not only temporary periods of drought, but also the vicinity of trees (with which it has to compete for water and nutrients). The 'David' variety is distinguished by beautiful, white flowers and forms dense clusters.
-Flame paniculatevarieties 'Harlequin' has very strikingly colored leaves, unfortunately the color of the leaves changes quickly touniform greenIn 'Nora Leigh' the white-green color lasts longer, moreover, this variety grows more.
Flame cultivation and care
Flameslonger will keep flowering , if we shorten some of the shoots in June by 1/3 length. This treatment delays the flowering, soextends time flowering(flowers may persist up tolate autumn ).In good soil, flames can grow on one site for up to 10-15 years.
Under natural conditions, the flame grows onmoist ,fertile meadowsand similar conditions for development are necessary provide it ingarden gardenPlants are used to growing in humus soil with a high nutrient content, they also likesunnyexposureGrowing in different conditions, they become susceptible to mildew and virulent worm. At the same time asflame paniculatealso blooms Phlox amplifolia. This species has many external similarities toflame paniculate , but in terms of developmental features they aretwovarious plants
Phlox amplifolia is more durable, withstands periods of drought better and is less susceptible tocommon diseases attackingflamesThe Achilles heel of this species is undoubtedly narrowrange colors(flowers have a white or pink color ) andnone of smell
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The genus Phlox also includes a number of other interesting species. Already in April, the low Canadian Phlox divaricata flame begins to bloom at the sites inluminous shadow . This species perfectly fills in the empty spaces betweenlate perennials , spreadingvery pleasant ,sweet smell
It blooms in the rock gardens in April and Mayflame szydlastyPhlox subulata. Perennials grow to a height of 15 cm and in dense arrangement in sunny places they createeye-catching floral carpetsOnly a little later , in May, the growing flame of the Phlox stolonifera blooms.This species grows slowly andcreates short stolonsA loose substrate is best for growing it.Płomyk rozłogowymakes a perfect duo withflame szydlastym
Best garden varieties
Paradoxically, the flame doesn't like too muchwarm development conditions developmental conditions . Plants need coolness to bloom profusely in summer and not to get sick.
Fortunately, this does not apply to allvarietiesandspeciesWithin the whole genus, a group of flames perfectly adapted to growing in the area can be distinguished Europe CentralThe paniculate flame 'Brodaijs' reaches a height of 100 cm and is distinguished by pink flowers withcarmine stitch
Perennial likes places sheltered from winds, but the position should be sunny. Pink flowers withred eyealso has the 'Flamingo' variety.The late variety 'Fujiyama' reaches a height of 90 cm and has white flowers. Other recommended varieties include white-flowered 'Anne' and 'Purpurkuppel' withflowers red-violetzwhite star inside cup
In order for the flamesto bloom abundantly , cut off the tips of the shoots before the first flower buds appear. To extend the flowering periodcutting out fading shoots .
