Phlox drummondii 'Starry Eyes'

Annual Phlox

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Common Name: 

Annual Phlox

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green

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Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

10°C

Maximum height: 

50 cm

Annual Phlox (Phlox drummondii 'Starry Eyes') - Description

Phlox drummondii. A giant spreading phlox with a unique new color pattern and wonderful fragrance. Each blossom has a star of contrasting color in its center. Its colors range from blue-purple through candy red, pink, peach and white. Extra-big blossoms, in extra-big clusters. Spreading plants get 16" tall. Burpee Exclusive. Sun.

Annual Phlox (Phlox drummondii 'Starry Eyes') - Blooming

Blooms salverform flowers in shades of white, pink, purple, and blue. Attracts butterflies. Lengthen the flowering period by deadheading regularly.

Annual Phlox (Phlox drummondii 'Starry Eyes') - Growth

Evergreen or herbaceous perennials with some annuals and shrubs. Annuals enjoy full sun. Perennials and shrubs grow best in full sun or light-partial shade. The flowers of tall Phlox species are suitable for cutting. Mat-forming species work well in a rock garden, and annuals are good for bedding.

Annual Phlox (Phlox drummondii 'Starry Eyes') - Planting

Sow annual seeds at 55-64°F (12-18°C) in early spring. Sow seeds of perennials in containers in cold frames in spring.

Annual Phlox (Phlox drummondii 'Starry Eyes') - Pest

Stem nematodes, caterpillars, and leaf miners. Additional problems include powdery mildew, Southern blight, leaf spots, rust, and stem canker.

Annual Phlox (Phlox drummondii 'Starry Eyes') - Interesting facts

All species of Phlox are native to North America, except for one, which grows in Siberia.

Annual Phlox (Phlox drummondii 'Starry Eyes') - Soil and irrigation

Members of the Phlox genus need regular water except for P. nana, which does fine with little water. All species require rich, well-drained soil.

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