Spring color · Shade gardens
Please note: We are selling Phlox divaricata 'Blue Moon' in place of the straight species. 'Blue Moon' was a top performer in Mt. Cuba Center's Phlox trial, recognized for its large flowers, long bloom time, and consistent garden performance.
Growing conditions
- Sun: Part shade to full shade
- Soil: Average to moist, well-drained
Plant details
- Size: ~0.75-1 ft tall × 0.75–1 ft wide
- Blooms: Mid-late spring
- Deer resistant: Yes
Why we love it
- Lavender-blue flowers sit atop delicate stems, bringing softness to the garden
- Low-growing habit makes it easy to tuck among other shade plants
- Spreads gently over time, helping fill in shaded spaces
Why wildlife loves it
- Long-tongued pollinators can reach the nectar deep within each flower
- Early-season nectar source for butterflies and other pollinators
Fun to smell
- The flowers release a gentle fragrance, especially on warm spring days.
What to expect at pickup
Plants are sold as young, well-rooted plugs. Some may be just emerging or still waking up from dormancy at pickup—they’ll grow and fill in as the season unfolds.
Before you order
All orders are for pickup at the Montclair Farmers Market.
• Choose your pickup Saturday at checkout
• Orders must be picked up on that date
• Plants are living and may vary in appearance
• All sales are final once plants are picked up
• Please check your plants at pickup — we can only address issues at that time
