Annual Phlox - Phlox Drummondii

Annual Phlox is a beautiful flowering plant popular in gardens and landscapes. There are several species, but the most common is the annual. The plant grows up to 12 inches in height and spreads up to 9 inches. It has oval-shaped, dark green leaves about 1-2 inches long. The plant produces an abundance of colorful flowers that can be white, pink, red, purple, or a combination of these colors. The flowers have five petals and a yellow center.

Blooming Period

The plant blooms from late spring to early fall, depending on the climate and growing conditions. It can bloom for several months if deadheaded regularly. It is an easy-to-grow plant tolerant of various soil types and pH levels. It is also drought-tolerant once established. They can be grown from seed or cuttings. Native seeds can be sown directly in the garden in the spring after the last frost, or they can be started indoors in late winter and transplanted outside after the danger of frost has passed. 

Annual Phlox Uses

They are famous for borders, edging, and mass plantings. They are also used as cut flowers for bouquets and arrangements. The plant attracts butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden, making it a great addition to pollinator gardens.

Plant Maintenance

This plant will add a vibrant, eye-catching splash of color to any outdoor garden. Let your imagination run wild with 67 species of star-shaped flowers in blue, violet, pink, and red. Phlox is mainly found in North America in diverse habitats.

It grows in natural woodlands and prairies and thrives in moist, well-drained soil. It can be a perennial or an annual flower, blooming in clusters of vibrant flowers in the spring, summer, or fall.

They will bloom in the sun or shade. The diversity is evident as some species grow upright, making them an excellent option for a border! While other Phlox species grow near the ground and are used in gardens as ground cover.

Maintaining Annual Phlox

Maintaining your plant after you have planted it is easy. Make sure it is watered regularly, and place mulch around them to control weeds and keep the soil moist. Unsurprisingly, it is a favorite when choosing wildflowers for your outdoor garden. It is an excellent haven for hummingbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators.

They will enhance and add charm to any outdoor garden simply because of minimal maintenance and various species; they multiply quickly, can be grown in a diverse habitat, and will attract beautiful wildlife.

This is a very diverse family of plants. Most flowers are found singly or in clusters, and all have five petals and an "eye" in the center. There's a type for nearly every site and every gardener's preference.

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Planting bare-root perennials is best in any season if they are dormant; we only sell dormant plants. Planting them year-round is also excellent if you can get dormant perennials. When your bare-root perennials arrive, soak the roots in water for a few hours to rehydrate them. Lant by digging a hole wide enough to spread the roots comfortably and deep enough to place the top portion crown (where the roots meet the stem) at or slightly above ground level. Position the plant in the hole, backfill with native soil, and gently firm the soil around the roots—water well after planting to settle the soil around the plant and eliminate air. Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch to keep weeds at bay and moisture locked in, keeping the mulch away from the crown. Irrigate plants regularly during the first few weeks of drought; never water in full sun, and water late in the evenings to ensure the roots are established well. Fertilize sparingly in the first year, using a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in subsequent years as needed.

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