If you are seeing wild phlox in the woods right now, it probably is phlox
divaricata or some close relative. Phlox in more open sites that is blooming
at this time is phlox subulata. (Lower growing, needlelike leaves). Phlox
blooming on the roadsides in Texas or Florida (probably about finished by
now), is annual phlox, phlox drummondi. Most species are quite
sweet-smelling, particularly if you get your nose right down in them. The
most common kinds in gardens are probably phlox subulata in the spring, and
phlox paniculata in the summer. The summer phlox is a much taller grower
(about 2 feet tall or so), with big panicles of flowers, and is very
fragrant. Hope this helps.
"Chris S." wrote in message
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I really like the scent of wild phlox that I come across in the woods.
Just wondering if all phlox varieties smell that way? Or if there is a
variety that has even a stronger scent? I would love to have that scent
in my yard.

Thanks,
Chris Swartz
Zone 5