Native Plant Spotlight | Woodland Phlox

Native to Riverwoods, Woodland Phlox (Phlox Divaricata Laphamii) is an ornamental flower that could be used as ground cover or edging. It's known to attract butterflies and a worthy addition to a hummingbird garden.

• Ornamental Value: produces clusters of fragrant blue purplish flowers in mid-spring to earlier summer that last around a month. 
• Growing Conditions: prefers light shaded to partially sunny areas with rich, moist, well-drained soil, although it will tolerate dry and clay soils.
• Mature Size: 1 - 1 1/2 feet tall.

Native Tree & Shrub Planting Cost-Share Program

To help restore the ecological health of our woodlands, residents are encouraged to plant native trees, shrubs, flowers and other plant species.  You might qualify for a Native Tree & Shrub Planting cost-share program, with the Village covering half of the cost of the plants and the planting. 

Your property may qualify for one or more of the Village's Cost-Share programs, which can not only help restore the ecological health of Riverwoods, but can also improve your property's ornamental landscape and real estate value. To see which cost-share programs your property qualifies for, request an Ecological Consultation with the Village Ecologist.