Phlox Seed - Drummond White Phlox Flower Seeds

Phlox Seeds - White

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White Phlox (Phlox Drummondii Nana Compacta Beauty White) - Called annual Phlox or Drummond's Phlox, this lovely white annual is low-growing and produces masses of blooms. Start Phlox seeds once, and it is likely to re-seed itself each season for a colorful display of color.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

10 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer to early fall

BLOOM COLOR

White

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, sandy, pH 6.1 - 7.3

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

65 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/16th inch

SOWING RATE

3 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

10 inches

Beautiful Low-Growing Flower

White phlox has a low-growing habit, and serves as an excellent low border in the landscape and garden!

Beautiful Low-Growing Flower

Beautiful Landscape Plant!

How To Grow

Phlox seeds can be sown directly outdoors into prepared soil in late fall or spring. After distributing the seed evenly, rake into loosened topsoil to ensure good soil contact. For earlier blooms, seeds can be sown indoors 4-6 weeks before setting outside. Sow 3-4 seeds per plant at a depth of 1/16th inch, and make sure to keep moist until germination. For a new display the following year, allow the blooms to reseed. Care for this plant includes trimming back after the first flush of blooms: a trim encourages a second bloom within the same season.

  • Soil: well-drained and sandy with pH 6.1-7.3
  • Plant spacing: 10 inches
  • Moisture: keep seeds moist until germination
Beautiful Landscape Plant!

Plant Information

White phlox is a low-growing annual plant that grows in USDA zones 3 through 10. It has a mounding habit that makes it ideal for use as a bedding plant. The blooms are bright white and the plant reaches up to 10 inches in height.

  • Bloom color: white
  • Bloom season: early summer to early fall
  • Environment: full sun

White Phlox (Phlox Drummondii Nana Compacta Beauty White) - Called annual Phlox or Drummond's Phlox, this lovely white annual is low-growing and produces masses of blooms. Start Phlox seeds once, and it is likely to re-seed itself each season for a colorful display of color. White Phlox plants are well-suited for the front of the flower border or in containers. Grow annual Phlox to naturalize a landscape as well.

Sow Phlox flower seeds directly outdoors into prepared soil in the late fall or spring. After distributing the flower seed evenly, rake into loosened topsoil to ensure good seed contact with the soil. For earlier blooms, sow the Drummond Phlox seed indoors 4 - 6 weeks before setting out. As with all annual flowers, it is essential that annual Phlox Drummondii is allowed to re-seed for an abundant display the following year. Annual Phlox care includes trimming the plant back after the first flush of blooms. A trim encourages a second bloom of Phlox flowers.

Common Questions

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, phlox drummondii are great for using in containers.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, if you do just a bit of deadheading with the drummondi you will have continuous blooms through summer.

Q

Do I need to cut back plants after flowering?

A

Yes, after flowers are spent cut back plants. You can leave a few spent blooms if self-seeding is desired.

Q

Do flowers attract any pollinators?

A

Yes, bees, butterflies and hummingbirds all enjoy these flowers.

Q

What are some good companion plants for phlox?

A

Phlox pairs well with daisies, salvia, Indian blanket and coreopsis.

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Flower Specifications

SEEDS PER POUND

900,000

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

6 - 9

HEIGHT

12 - 20 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Mid-summer

BLOOM COLOR

White to lavender

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Moist, well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.3

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

10 - 30 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/16 inch

SOWING RATE

1 ounce per 1,000 square feet or 3 pounds per acre

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 - 15 inches

Our Annual Mountain White Phlox (Linanthus Grandiflorus) seeds offer fragrant, vibrant blooms with ferny foliage that thrive in USDA zones 6-9. Easy to establish, they self-seed for year-after-year beauty. Ideal for pollinator-friendly gardens, these deer-proof seeds are great for cut flowers, and provide a resilient ground cover. Plant them alongside creeping phlox or other wildflower seeds for a stunning, low-maintenance display. With proper care, they flourish in various garden settings, enhancing your outdoor space with their timeless beauty.
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Ferny Foliage
Outsidepride Mountain White Phlox seeds boasts ferny foliage that pairs beautifully with other phlox plants, like creeping phlox seeds perennial. Its fine texture complements tall phlox and wildflower seeds, enhancing ground cover. Blend it with zinnia seeds or black-eyed Susan seeds for a vibrant garden display.
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Easily Self-Seeds
Our White Phlox easily self-seeds, making it an ideal perennial phlox seed for low-maintenance gardens. It pairs well with foxglove, lupine seeds, and English ivy live plants, creating a lush ground cover. Incorporate it with bulk wildflower seeds for a continuously blooming garden.
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Suitable For Cut Flowers
Outsidepride Mountain White Phlox is perfect for cut flowers, adding elegance alongside wisteria live plant or zinnia seeds for planting outdoors. Its long-lasting blooms mix beautifully with foxglove seeds. Ideal for floral displays, this phlox is a versatile addition to any flower seeds collection.
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Pollinator Powerhouse
Our Annual Mountain White Phlox attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it a pollinator favorite. Combine it with wildflower seeds, lavender seeds, or milkweed seeds to create a vibrant habitat. Its compatibility with perennial phlox seeds enriches any pollinator-friendly garden setup.
Outsidepride Mountain Phlox is a fragrant addition to any garden, providing vibrant blooms that stand out among other phlox seeds. Cold and moist-loving, this deer-proof plant is suitable for USDA zones 6-9. It pairs well with perennial phlox seeds and complements other ground cover plants like creeping phlox. Ideal for a wildflower seeds mix, it thrives alongside black-eyed Susan seeds and foxglove. Its versatility and resilience make it perfect for gardeners looking to create a low-maintenance, yet stunning, flowering ground cover.
Mountain Phlox is a timeless wildflower classic that adds a touch of elegance and natural beauty to any garden. This versatile and low-maintenance annual is ideal for gardeners looking to introduce a charming, delicate bloom to their landscape. Its adaptability makes it a perfect addition to wildflower gardens, and it pairs well with other seeds like perennial phlox seeds, creeping phlox seeds perennial ground cover, and black-eyed Susan seeds. Enhance your garden's beauty with the classic appeal of Mountain Phlox, creating a picturesque and blooming space effortlessly.
Our Mountain White Phlox is easy to establish, requiring a seeding rate of 1 ounce per 1,000 square feet or 3 pounds per acre. Lightly cover the phlox seeds with soil and plant in late fall or early spring, waiting until after the last hard freeze if sowing in fall. Once seedlings have true leaves, thin them out to 12-15 inches apart. This technique ensures healthy growth, making it an excellent addition to gardens, combining well with other perennial phlox seeds, wildflower seeds, or creeping phlox ground cover.

Mountain Phlox (Linanthus Grandiflorus) - Establishes easily from Phlox seeds, this beautiful annual lends itself beautifully to a wild flower garden, a naturalized setting, or to your own backyard flower garden. It spills prettily out of a container or the edge of a bed and makes a welcome addition to any setting. Mountain Phlox wildflowers are sweetly scented and provide a profusion of white, sometimes flushed lavender or pink, blooms that practically smother the attractive green ferny foliage. Mountain Phlox Linanthus Grandiflorus is native to the Pacific Northwest region, and especially likes the coast range where it it cool and moist. The Mountain Phlox flower is good for cutting, and it attracts bees, birds and butterflies.

Grow Mountain Phlox seed directly outdoors in either the late fall or the spring. Sow the flower seed into a weed-free area with prepared soil. Lightly cover the wild flower seeds with soil. If sowing in the fall, wait until after a few hard freezes. When the temperatures warm in the spring, the Mountain Phlox wildflower seeds will begin to germinate and establish quickly into early blooming plants.

Common Questions

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, if you do just a bit of deadheadingi you will have continuous blooms through summer.

Q

Do I need to cut back plants after flowering?

A

Yes, after flowers are spent cut back plants. You can leave a few spent blooms if self-seeding is desired.

Q

Do flowers attract any pollinators?

A

Yes, bees, butterflies and hummingbirds all enjoy these flowers.

Q

What are some good companion plants for phlox?

A

Phlox pairs well with daisies, salvia, Indian blanket and coreopsis.

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Flower Specifications

SEEDS PER POUND

230,000

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

8 - 20 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Mid-summer

BLOOM COLOR

Red

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.3

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

10 - 30 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/16 inch

SOWING RATE

3 to 4 seeds per plant or 4 ounces per 1,000 square feet

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

9 - 12 inches

Our Annual Scarlet Phlox (Phlox Drummondii Beauty Scarlet) is a vibrant wildflower that produces striking rose-red blooms, perfect for garden beds, borders, and cut flower arrangements. Growing to a plant height of 10-20 inches, this phlox thrives in USDA Zones 3-10 and flourishes in full sun to partial shade environments. With its compact growth habit, it attracts pollinators and offers a long blooming period from spring to fall. This phlox is easy to establish, self-seeds effortlessly, and thrives when planted directly outdoors. Ideal for creating a diverse, colorful garden, it ensures an eye-catching, low-maintenance display year after year.
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Bright Rose-Red Flowers
Outsidepride Scarlet Phlox seeds produce vibrant, rose-red flowers that bring a striking display to any garden. Perfect for creating a dedicated phlox garden, these blooms attract pollinators, ensuring a lively and colorful setting throughout their blooming season. Their rich hue and ability to flourish make them a standout choice for any wildflower collection.
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Compact Growth Habit
Our Scarlet Phlox Seeds has a compact growth habit, reaching 12-18 inches in height, making it ideal for smaller spaces, containers, or as a border plant. It pairs well with other ground cover plants, like creeping phlox seeds perennial, and can be mixed with flower seeds packets, creating a dense, colorful display that's easy to manage.
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Long Blooming Period
Scarlet Phlox plants blooms from spring to fall, offering an extended season of vibrant color. Its long-lasting flowers make it perfect for gardens that require continuous color, blending well with other wildflower seeds options like foxglove or sunflower seeds to plant. This prolonged blooming period ensures your garden remains lively and full of pollinators.
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Self-Seeding
Our Wildflower Scarlet Phlox is a self-seeding wild flower, providing effortless regrowth each year. Its self-seeding nature allows it to return and flourish alongside wildflower seeds bulk or a fall wildflower seed mix, reducing the need for replanting. Combine with perennial phlox seeds or milkweed seeds for a continuously blooming, low-maintenance garden.
Our Annual Scarlet Phlox is an exceptional addition to any garden and a beautiful cut flower for indoor arrangements. The vibrant rose-red blooms of this phlox are perfect for creating stunning bouquets or garden displays. This phlox variety also re-seeds easily, allowing you to enjoy its captivating beauty year after year, making it an essential choice for a long-lasting floral garden display.
Our Annual Scarlet Phlox is a pollinator magnet, attracting butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds with its bright, rose-red blooms. By planting this phlox, you add vibrant color while supporting pollinators. Its prolonged blooming period pairs well with other wildflower seeds, such as lavender seeds, milkweed seeds, or sunflower seeds to plant, creating a lively, biodiverse garden. Combine it with wildflower seeds perennial bulk or marigold seeds to enhance a beautiful and pollinator-friendly ecosystem.
To sow our Annual Scarlet Phlox for unforgettable blooms, plant 3-4 seeds per plant or use 4 oz per 1,000 square feet. Lightly cover the seeds with a thin 1/16-inch layer of soil to aid germination. Start phlox seeds directly outdoors in late fall or spring into prepared soil. Pair with other wildflower seeds, such as wildflower seeds bulk or perennial phlox seeds, for a thriving garden. This technique ensures healthy growth, allowing your phlox to flourish alongside other wildflowers, creating a vibrant, colorful display.

Scarlet Phlox (Phlox Drummondii Beauty Scarlet) - Growing annual Phlox seed is a wonderful way to naturalize your landscape and add tremendous visual appeal. Drummond's Phlox is another lovely wildflower that is striking in meadows and also a beautiful addition to your own flower beds. Annual Phlox is easily started from wildflower seeds, and it produces annual plants with bright rose-red flowers in tight clusters at the ends of stems. Annual Phlox Drummondii is a showy, low-growing wild flower that is a native to Texas but can grow nearly in any region. Annual Phlox is a good plant for a low border or in containers. It makes a good cut flower, and it also re-seeds easily.

Start Phlox seeds directly outdoors into prepared soil in the late fall or spring. After distributing the wildflower seed evenly, rake into loosened topsoil to ensure good seed contact with the soil. As with all annual wild flowers, it is essential that scarlet annual Phlox plants are allowed to re-seed for an abundant display the following year.

Common Questions

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, phlox drummondii are great for using in containers.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, if you do just a bit of deadheading with the drummondi you will have continuous blooms through summer.

Q

Do I need to cut back plants after flowering?

A

Yes, after flowers are spent cut back plants. You can leave a few spent blooms if self-seeding is desired.

Q

Do flowers attract any pollinators?

A

Yes, bees, butterflies and hummingbirds all enjoy these flowers.

Q

What are some good companion plants for phlox?

A

Phlox pairs well with daisies, salvia, Indian blanket and coreopsis.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

10 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer to early fall

BLOOM COLOR

Yellow

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, sandy, pH 6.1 - 7.3

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

65 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/16 inch

SOWING RATE

3 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

10 inches

This Annual Phlox...

Establishes easily and quickly, and gives a lovely profusion of color!

This Annual Phlox...

Phlox Seeds | Yellow

How to Grow

Sow Phlox flower seeds directly outdoors into prepared soil in the late fall or spring. After distributing the flower seed evenly, rake into loosened topsoil to ensure good seed contact with the soil. For earlier blooms, sow the yellow Phlox seeds indoors 4 - 6 weeks before setting out.

  • Sowing Rate: 3 - 4 seeds per plant
  • Depth: 1/16 inch
  • Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
  • Average Germ Time: 7 - 21 days
Phlox Seeds | Yellow

Flower Specificiations

  • Plant Spacing: 10 inches
  • Height: 10 inches
  • USDA Zones: 3 - 10
  • Season: Annual

Yellow Phlox (Phlox Drummondii Nana Compacta Beauty Yellow) - Phlox seeds produce flowers in about 8 - 10 weeks after sowing. Annual Phlox establishes easily and quickly, and it gives a lovely profusion of colors. Drummond Phlox yellow has small flowers with 5-petals. They are lightly scented, flat and attractive to butterflies. Often called Drummond's Phlox, this annual is a native to the gulf coast states, but it can be grown successfully in nearly every climate.

Sow Phlox flower seeds directly outdoors into prepared soil in the late fall or spring. After distributing the flower seed evenly, rake into loosened topsoil to ensure good seed contact with the soil. For earlier blooms, sow the yellow Phlox seeds indoors 4 - 6 weeks before setting out. As with all annual flowers, it is essential that annual Phlox Drummondii is allowed to re-seed for an abundant display the following year. Annual Phlox care includes trimming the plant back after the first flush of blooms. A trim encourages a second bloom of yellow Phlox flowers.

Common Questions

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, phlox drummondii are great for using in containers.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, if you do just a bit of deadheading with the drummondi you will have continuous blooms through summer.

Q

Do I need to cut back plants after flowering?

A

Yes, after flowers are spent cut back plants. You can leave a few spent blooms if self-seeding is desired.

Q

Do flowers attract any pollinators?

A

Yes, bees, butterflies and hummingbirds all enjoy these flowers.

Q

What are some good companion plants for phlox?

A

Phlox pairs well with daisies, salvia, Indian blanket and coreopsis.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

10 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer to early fall

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, sandy, pH 6.1 - 7.3

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

65 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/16 inch

SOWING RATE

3 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

10 inches

Phlox Mix (Phlox Drummondii Nana Compacta Beauty Mix) - Annual Phlox Drummondii is often found growing along roadsides in the south eastern portion of the United States. Easy-to-grow from Phlox seeds, this Phlox Drummondii mix is colorful and vibrant not demanding too much attention or care. Commonly referred to as annual Phlox or Drummond's Phlox, this low-growing annual features flowers with 5-petals that are flat and lightly scented. Grow annual Phlox if you like to attract butterflies to your garden! Drummond's Phlox has a wide variety of colors: red, violet, white, pink, and yellow.

How To Grow Phlox From Seed: Sow Phlox flower seeds directly outdoors into prepared soil in the late fall or spring. After distributing the flower seed evenly, rake into loosened topsoil to ensure good seed contact with the soil. For earlier blooms, sow the Drummond Phlox seed indoors 4 - 6 weeks before setting out. As with all annual flowers, it is essential that annual Phlox Drummondii is allowed to re-seed for an abundant display the following year. Annual Phlox care includes trimming the plant back after the first flush of blooms. A trim encourages a second bloom of Phlox flowers.

Common Questions

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, phlox drummondii are great for using in containers.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, if you do just a bit of deadheading with the drummondi you will have continuous blooms through summer.

Q

Do I need to cut back plants after flowering?

A

Yes, after flowers are spent cut back plants. You can leave a few spent blooms if self-seeding is desired.

Q

Do flowers attract any pollinators?

A

Yes, bees, butterflies and hummingbirds all enjoy these flowers.

Q

What are some good companion plants for phlox?

A

Phlox pairs well with daisies, salvia, Indian blanket and coreopsis.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

10 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer to early fall

BLOOM COLOR

Violet blue

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, sandy, pH 6.1 - 7.3

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

65 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/16 inch

SOWING RATE

3 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

10 inches

Blue Phlox (Phlox Drummondii Nana Compacta Beauty Blue) - Start this little versatile annual blue Phlox (looks more violet than blue) from Phlox flower seeds! Grow blue Phlox flowers in beds, at the front of borders, and intermix them with other flowers in informal plantings and cottage gardens. Phlox plants are wonderful in containers and when the flowers are cut, they maintain well in water. The genus Phlox itself is a fascinating one that grows from relatively high altitudes in the mountains to the low lands in the prairies and the plains. Probably best known of all Phlox is the annual Phlox Drummondii which grows wild through the gulf states. It is commonly known as annual Phlox or Drummond's Phlox. The name Phlox comes from the Greek word meaning "flame." The name Phlox is certainly appropriate for these brilliant, bright blue blooms that nearly glow with color!

How To Grow Phlox From Seed: Plant annual Phlox seeds directly outdoors into prepared soil in the late fall or spring. After distributing the flower seed evenly, rake into loosened topsoil to ensure good seed contact with the soil. For earlier blooms, sow this blue Phlox seeds indoors 4 - 6 weeks before setting out. As with all annual flowers, it is essential that the Phlox Drummondii plant is allowed to re-seed for an abundant display the following year.

Common Questions

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, phlox drummondii are great for using in containers.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, if you do just a bit of deadheading with the drummondi you will have continuous blooms through summer.

Q

Do I need to cut back plants after flowering?

A

Yes, after flowers are spent cut back plants. You can leave a few spent blooms if self-seeding is desired.

Q

Do flowers attract any pollinators?

A

Yes, bees, butterflies and hummingbirds all enjoy these flowers.

Q

What are some good companion plants for phlox?

A

Phlox pairs well with daisies, salvia, Indian blanket and coreopsis.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

10 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer to early fall

BLOOM COLOR

Crimson

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, sandy, pH 6.1 - 7.3

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

65 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/16th inch

SOWING RATE

3 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

10 inches

Beautiful Low-Growing Flower

Crimson phlox has a low-growing habit, and serves as an excellent low border in the landscape and garden!

Beautiful Low-Growing Flower

Beautiful Landscape Plant!

How To Grow

Phlox seeds can be sown directly outdoors into prepared soil in late fall or spring. After distributing the seed evenly, rake into loosened topsoil to ensure good soil contact. For earlier blooms, seeds can be sown indoors 4-6 weeks before setting outside. Sow 3-4 seeds per plant at a depth of 1/16th inch, and make sure to keep moist until germination. For a new display the following year, allow the blooms to reseed. Care for this plant includes trimming back after the first flush of blooms: a trim encourages a second bloom within the same season.

  • Soil: well-drained and sandy with pH 6.1-7.3
  • Plant spacing: 10 inches
  • Moisture: keep seeds moist until germination
Beautiful Landscape Plant!

Plant Information

Crimson phlox is a low-growing annual plant that grows in USDA zones 3 through 10. It has a mounding habit that makes it ideal for use as a bedding plant. The blooms are vividly-colored and the plant reaches up to 10 inches in height.

  • Bloom color: crimson
  • Bloom season: early summer to early fall
  • Environment: full sun

Crimson Phlox (Phlox Drummondii Nana Compacta Beauty Crimson) - Known as annual Phlox or Drummond's Phlox, this little annual is widely distributed across the south eastern portion of the United States. It readily grows from Phlox seeds, and it quickly produces a low-growing, compact plant that is loaded with blooms. Phlox Crimson Beauty is well-suited as a container plant, or grow it along the front of the border or as a general ground cover. The name Phlox comes from the Greek word meaning "flame." The name Phlox is certainly appropriate for these brilliant, bright crimson blooms that nearly glow with color! Crimson Phlox is a wonderful ornamental that is lightly scented.

Sow Phlox flower seeds directly outdoors into prepared soil in the late fall or spring. After distributing the flower seed evenly, rake into loosened topsoil to ensure good seed contact with the soil. For earlier blooms, sow the crimson Phlox seeds indoors 4 - 6 weeks before setting out. As with all annual flowers, it is essential that annual Phlox Drummondii is allowed to re-seed for an abundant display the following year. Annual Phlox care includes trimming the plant back after the first flush of blooms. A trim encourages a second bloom of crimson Phlox flowers.

Common Questions

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, phlox drummondii are great for using in containers.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, if you do just a bit of deadheading with the drummondi you will have continuous blooms through summer.

Q

Do I need to cut back plants after flowering?

A

Yes, after flowers are spent cut back plants. You can leave a few spent blooms if self-seeding is desired.

Q

Do flowers attract any pollinators?

A

Yes, bees, butterflies and hummingbirds all enjoy these flowers.

Q

What are some good companion plants for phlox?

A

Phlox pairs well with daisies, salvia, Indian blanket and coreopsis.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

10 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early Spring until Frost

BLOOM COLOR

Purple

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, sandy, pH 6.1 - 7.3

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

65 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/16th inch

SOWING RATE

3 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

10 - 12 inches

Beautiful In The Garden!

When it comes to Phlox flowers, many gardeners often agree with Karl Foerster, a horticulturist. He said that "a garden without a phlox is a mistake."

Beautiful In The Garden!

Phlox Seeds | 21st Century Blue

How to Grow

Sow Phlox flower seeds directly outdoors into prepared soil in the late fall or spring. After distributing the flower seed evenly, rake into loosened topsoil to ensure good seed contact with the soil. For earlier blooms, sow the Drummond Phlox seed indoors 4 - 6 weeks before setting out.

  • Sowing Rate: 3 - 4 seeds per plant
  • Depth: 1/16th inch
  • Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
  • Average Germ Time: 7 - 21 days
Phlox Seeds | 21st Century Blue

Flower Specifications

As with all annual flowers, it is essential that annual Phlox Drummondii is allowed to re-seed for an abundant display the following year.

  • Plant Spacing: 10 - 12 inches
  • Height: 10 inches
  • USDA Zones: 3 - 10
  • Season: Annual

Blue Phlox (Phlox Drummondii 21st Century Blue) - Cool season plant is perfect for landscapes and mixed containers.  This full sun plant only grows 10 inches tall and blooms from early Spring up until frost in this purplish color.  Attracts bees and butterflies making it the perfect low growing pollinator.

Sow Phlox flower seeds directly outdoors into prepared soil in the late fall or spring. After distributing the flower seed evenly, rake into loosened topsoil to ensure good seed contact with the soil. For earlier blooms, sow the Drummond Phlox seed indoors 4 - 6 weeks before setting out. As with all annual flowers, it is essential that annual Phlox Drummondii is allowed to re-seed for an abundant display the following year. Annual Phlox care includes trimming the plant back after the first flush of blooms. A trim encourages a second bloom of Phlox flowers.

Common Questions

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, phlox drummondii are great for using in containers.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, if you do just a bit of deadheading with the drummondi you will have continuous blooms through summer.

Q

Do I need to cut back plants after flowering?

A

Yes, after flowers are spent cut back plants. You can leave a few spent blooms if self-seeding is desired.

Q

Do flowers attract any pollinators?

A

Yes, bees, butterflies and hummingbirds all enjoy these flowers.

Q

What are some good companion plants for phlox?

A

Phlox pairs well with daisies, salvia, Indian blanket and coreopsis.

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