Panianka is a variety of panicle phlox (Phlox paniculata), known for its large, dense, and beautiful flower spike. Bushes reach a height of up to 70 cm and a diameter of about 50 cm, forming compact, dense cushions with sturdy stems. Leaves are green, lance-shaped, and opposite, arranged very densely, which gives the plant a rich texture.
The flower spikes of Panianka are characterized by dark-purple petals with a diameter of 3–4 cm and a white star in the center. Blooming begins in May and continues until late autumn, often from July to August, making this variety the leader in flowering duration among phlox. The plant is drought-resistant, cold-hardy, and frost-resistant, winters without cover, and also tolerates sunny sites well.
Panianka is easily propagated by dividing the bush, cuttings, and seeds. It prefers fertile, loose, well-drained soils with moderate moisture. Thanks to its decorativeness and resistance to adverse conditions, this variety is widely used in landscape design: for forming seasonal borders, edging flowerbeds, planting near water bodies, and in mixed borders with other sun-loving perennials. In the collection of the MSU Botanical Garden, it is represented as one of the most fully developed varieties of panicle phlox, including domestic and foreign breeding selections.
