Phlox
Paniculata, spp.

The genus name, Phlox, is derived from the Greek word for flame. Phlox is sometimes called flame flower because of its intense, hot colors.

Blooming Time: Mid- to late summer

Culture:Garden phlox (P. paniculata), native to the eastern half of the U.S., likes rich, well-drained soil and full to partial sunlight. Plants can be divided in the spring and fall. Pruning up until mid-summer will produce more stems and a later blooming plant. Feed with acid fertilizer, such as Holly-Tone.

Propagation: Peperomia caperata are propagated by division or by leaf cuttings. Take leaf cuttings with a little bit of stem, dip in rooting hormone, place the leaf and stem in compost, water well and cover with a plastic bag. Remove the plastic bag once in a while to prevent the leaves from rotting. New plants will start from the base of the leaves.