Go Back Phlox Bright Eyes

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 3:52 PM
Phlox paniculata 'Bright Eyes'
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    Plant Type: Perennials

    Pale pink flowers with a prominent, hot-pink eye zone are produced reliably from mid through late summer. These aromatic flowers attract both butterflies and hummingbirds. 'Bright Eyes' has demonstrated a high degree of mildew resistance.

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    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    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. 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.

    Flower Color

    Pale pink with hot pink eye zone

    Foliage Color

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    Plant Spread

    18-24 in.

    Good Companions

    Coneflower-Purple (Echinacea purpurea), Daylily (Hemerocallis ), Salvia-Perennial (Salvia nemorosa), Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum)

    Plant Height

    36 in.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    4-8

    Soil Moisture

    Average water needs

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Mass Plant, Cut flower or foliage, Fragrant flowers or foliage, Border

    Bloom Time

    Mid to late summer

    Critter Resistance

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    Exposure

    Full sun

    Growth Rate

    Medium

    Seasonal Interests

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