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Drummond's Phlox
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Drummond's Phlox

Phlox drummondii

Honeybees visit Drummond's phlox for nectar and pollen during its early spring bloom, providing a reliable forage source before major flows; peak bloom occurs March through May in its native range. As an annual, it self-seeds readily but can become weedy in gardens if not managed, and its glandular hairs may deter some pests.

Nectarmedium
Pollenmedium
BloomMarch–June
USDA zones2-11
TypePerennial
Sunfull
NativeTexas, USA
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