Phlox paniculata 'Pixie Twinkle'

Pixie Series

Common Name: Tall Garden Phlox

An improved form of Tall Garden Phlox that boasts a compact habit, increased mildew resistance, and a very long bloom time.

Clusters of fragrant, baby pink flowers with a darker pink center are produced in great abundance atop strong stems continuously from midsummer into fall.

The dark green, leathery foliage is mildew resistant and compact in habit, growing only 15-20 inches tall. The Pixie Series performs admirably in containers or in the garden.

Height:

15.0-20.0 Inches

Spread:

15.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

4,5,6,7,8

Flower Color:

Pink shades

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Midsummer Late Summer Early Fall

Attracts Wings:

Attracts Butterflies Attracts Hummingbirds

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container Cottage Eclectic Prairie Rain Garden

Other Features:

Border Plant Container Cut Flower Cut Foliage Fragrant Flowers Mass Planting

Origin:

Native to North America

Phlox paniculata is unequaled for showy blooms over a long period throughout the summer. Though they are some of the most popular perennials available, they do require some maintenance to sustain their health and vigor.

Tall Garden Phlox grows best in rich, moist soil in full sun. It will thrive with bi-monthly fertilizing and consistant moisture levels. Overhead watering should be avoided since some varieties of phlox are susceptible to powdery mildew. This can be avoided or diminished by providing ample air circulation around the plants and by thinning them out periodically. Deadheading will prolong bloom time and prevent self-seeding.

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