Phlox drummondii
Annual phlox provides vibrant floral carpets in early spring and summer landscaping, serving as a classic, low-growing color addition for sunny bed borders.
Growing Guide & Production Protocols
Cultivation & Growing Guidelines
Phlox drummondii, a member of the Polemoniaceae family, is cherished for its clusters of star-shaped flowers that deliver bright, cheerful color to spring and summer gardens. Thriving in full sun, well-drained soil, and moderate fertility, this versatile annual performs well in garden beds, borders, and patio containers, offering continuous flowering and strong weather tolerance.
Stick quickly, reduce mist, and keep 68°F (20°C). pH 5.8–6.2, EC 0.8–1.0. Feed 50 ppm N early, increasing to 100 ppm N. Fungicide at sticking and week 2; pinch optional.
For more detailed growing tips – such as sticking guidelines, recommended PGRs, and scheduling protocols – check out our Phlox drummondii Growing Tips.
Common Production Base Specs
Core agronomic requirements applying across all Phlox drummondii series.
| Crop Type | Bedding - Annuals |
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| Growing Guide & Production Protocols | Phlox drummondii, part of the Polemoniaceae family, is known for its vibrant, low-growing clusters of star-shaped flowers. This warm-season annual thrives in full sun, rich, well-drained soil. With excellent heat tolerance and rapid growth, Phlox drummondii blooms from late spring through summer, making it a favorite for bedding displays, garden edging, and mixed containers that need bright, dense carpets of color. |
| Cultivation & Groweing guidelines | Maintain 68-72°F (20-22°C) early for rooting, then cool to 55-60°F (13-15°C) to tone and encourage compact growth. pH 5.8-6.2, EC 0.8-1.2, feed 100-150 ppm N. Allow moderate dry down between irrigations. Apply preventative fungicide at transplant. Apply Daminozide at 1,500-2,500 ppm or Uniconazole as needed for height control. |
| Growth Habit | Mounded / Spreading |
| PGR Requirements | Minimal |
| Recommended Formats | Packs, Quarts, Borders |
| Flowering Season | Spring to Summer |
Commercial Phlox drummondii Series Overview
Danziger offers a specialized Phlox drummondii lineup, with each series bred for specific growth habits and production goals. Danziger offers different series within this crop:
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PHLOXSTAR™ Series
Explore Series: PHLOXSTAR™ Series →• PHLOXSTAR™ is a rock star in the garden
• Tested for easy rooting
• Very strong plant that will last all summer long
