The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Phlox drummondii is usually in late summer or early fall, typically between August and October.
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Phlox drummondii
Phlox drummondii is a beautiful flowering plant with many varieties and color choices. Its blooms form in corymbs, usually in shades of white, pink, purple, deep red, and lavender. It is a low-growing plant, reaching about 12" tall, and it is an excellent addition to perennial beds, rock gardens, and terraces. It does best in full sun, and requires average water while it's blooming. Once it is established, it requires little maintenance, only regular watering and removing dead flower heads. Phlox drummondii is an attractive and easy-to-care-for plant that adds a splash of bright color to any garden.
Cycle:
Annual
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Division,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
2 - 11
Flowers:
Rose-red Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Fruits:
red,purple,pink,white Fruits In Autumn Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Phlox (Phlox drummondii) prefer moist soil but should not be overwatered. Depending on the level of humidity and sunlight, water your plants deeply once a week, avoiding waterlogging of the soil in the pot. Make sure to leave the soil dry several centimeters deep before watering again. Remember to water in the morning to provide the plant with enough hydration for the day.
sunlight
Phlox drummondii needs full sun for best flowering, with at least 6 hours per day in the peak bloom season. This plant is tolerant of partial shade, but blooming and growth may be reduced in less than full sun. When temperatures reach higher levels in midsummer, partial shade is beneficial, as it helps to reduce the amount of glare and heat experienced by the plant.
pruning
Pruning for Phlox plants (Phlox drummondii) should be done in the late fall or early spring, depending on location and climate. Prune these plants lightly, using hand shears to remove any spent blossoms and cutting away any dead or damaged foliage. These plants should be pruned back lightly to promote better air circulation and keep the plant looking tidy. Make sure not to cut back too much, as you may unintentionally reduce the size of the plant. To improve blooming and promote better growth, prune it back again in mid-late summer.
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Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Phlox drummondii typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in April or May.
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Phlox drummondii is usually in late summer or early fall, typically between August and October.
