Author Denise Wiles Adams calls phlox "the heirloom queen" in her book Restoring American Gardens: An Encyclopedia of Heirloom Ornamental Plants, 1640-1940 (Timber PR.). Her analysis of garden catalogs shows that throughout U.S. history, garden phlox was the most widely mentioned plant over the years.
If you plant phlox this year, chances are good that you will be able to pass the plants on to your children and grandchildren.
It's very decorative and easy to grow.
Allyson Good curates senior living, health, and family content. She is formerly the Managing Editor of Active Life, a print newspaper published in 2016-2017 for seniors, choosing practical articles on health, money, safety, and everyday living for older readers. She is also an avid gardener and offers up Garden Hints and Tips on a regular basis.
