Phlox (Noun)
Meaning
Any polemoniaceous plant of the genus Phlox; chiefly North American; cultivated for their clusters of flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Phlox paniculata is a popular perennial that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden.
- The colorful blooms of the phlox plant added a vibrant touch to the rock garden.
- Phlox subulata is often used as a ground cover to spill over stone walls and retain moisture.
- Gardeners love the sweet fragrance and compact growth of woodland phlox in early spring.
- Cuttings of tall phlox arranged in a vase create a beautiful, fragrant display.