Species garden phlox
Light-pink flower with pink center and and buds, yellow stigma and anthers, lime petiole and stems.

garden phlox

Phlox paniculata 'Eva Cullum'

Also Known As - border phlox,common phlox,common phlox
Garden phlox (Phlox paniculata 'Eva Cullum') is an elegant, compact perennial with an upright vase-like habit and an abundance of lilac-pink blooms. It has broad, dark green foliage with an intense mild fragrance that appeases the senses. Its flowers have a tight fragrant center and reach up to 2 feet in height. This easy-to-grow plant is ideal for landscape borders and works well in both sun and shade gardens. It's a great choice for pollinators, and its continuous bloom from late summer to early fall adds a dash of color and fragrance to any outdoor space.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 8

Flowers:

Pink-purple to white Flowers In Summer

Sun:

Full sun, Part sun/part shade

Soil:

Rocky , gravelly , dry, Well-drained

Fruits:

green Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,pink

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Garden phlox should be watered deeply and thoroughly, no more than once a week. Generally, it is best to allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings to avoid root rot. To gauge when to water the plant, stick your finger into the soil up to your second knuckle and feel for moisture. If the first few inches are dry, then it’s time to water. If the ground feels moist, then wait a few days before checking again. During periods of extreme heat or wind, you may need to water more often.

sunlight

Garden phlox (Phlox paniculata 'Eva Cullum') is a sun-loving plant that requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day, ideally during the early morning and late afternoon. It can tolerate partial shade but will not produce abundant blooms without plenty of bright sunshine. In areas where temperatures are consistently hot, providing garden phlox with some protection from the afternoon sun can help prevent stress and help maintain the plant's health.

pruning

Garden phlox (Phlox paniculata 'Eva Cullum') should be pruned annually in late winter to early spring, as soon as the danger of hard frost has passed and before new growth appears. Start by removing any dead stems or flower heads, as well as any weak or damaged stems. Once this is done, cut back the remainder of the plant by about 1-third or to within 3 to 4 inches of the soil surface. Be sure to make clean, slanted cuts just above a growth node or an outward-facing bud. This annual pruning will encourage healthy growth and abundant flowers during the flowering season.

Season

Fall
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Starts Flowering

Phlox paniculata 'Eva Cullum' typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Phlox paniculata 'Eva Cullum' typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.

Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Phlox paniculata 'Eva Cullum' is in July and August.

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