Phlox, First Editions® Coral Crème Drop™ Phlox
SKU #'s
- 1009849
- 1006737
- Delivery Available with Online Checkout
- Not Available In-store at Colchester Mackey's
- Not Available In-store at Willimantic Mackey's
- Not Available In-store at Woodstock Mackey's
Coral Crème Drop Phlox is a compact native perennial with a bushy habit and sturdy stems covered with deep green lance-shaped foliage. Fragrant panicles of coral pink flowers with a dark eye and cream accent bloom from mid to late summer. Best flowering in full sun and rich, moist, well-drained soils. Coral Crème Drop is highly mildew resistant.
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Type: |
Perennial |
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Origins: |
East N. America; GA Native |
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Height: |
1.5' - 2' |
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Spread: |
1.5' - 2’ |
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Spacing: |
2’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
3 - 8 |
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Culture: |
Full Sun, Part Sun |
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Bloom Color: |
Pink |
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Season of Interest: |
Summer |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Medium Maintenance. Water regularly, but do not water from overhead or overcrowd plants to avoid powdery mildew. Cut to ground and clean garden area in winter helps prevent mildew infection in next growing season. Spider mites can be a problem in hot and dry climates. Taller stems may need staking. Deadheading prolongs bloom.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, , Naturalized Areas, Rock Gardens, Wildlife Garden, Native Garden, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Beardtongue, Speedwell, Clematis
IMAGES: First Editions, Coral Crème Drop™ Phlox, (2) Plants Nouveau, Phlox paniculata Candy Store® Coral Crème Drop
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
