White Flower Farm
Phlox paniculata Candy Store Grape Lollipop
The Phlox paniculata Candy Store® Grape Lollipop is an indispensable Garden Phlox, offering weeks of carefree color in summer and fall. This cultivar features plump flower heads with reddish purple blossoms accented by a white flare around darker centers. Bred in the Netherlands, this hardy variety showcases a compact habit, attractive coloration, and good disease resistance. It is a well-branched, long-blooming plant known to attract hummingbirds. Botanical name is *Phlox paniculata*; it thrives best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Proper care includes thinning shoots in spring to improve air circulation.
$17.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
2189
/ 3268
#2189 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-35%
Below average
Hardiness Zone
49
/ USDA -
Who it's for
- Striking Bicolor Blooms
- Improved Mildew Resistance
- Attracts Pollinators and Fragrance
Who should skip it
- Requires Regular Deadheading
- Susceptible to Spider Mites
- Needs Periodic Division
Key Specs
Hardiness Zone
USDA 4-9
Mature Height
18-24 inches
Mature Spread
12-18 inches
Bloom Time
July-August
Spacing
12-18 inches
Ships as
1 PINT 28.86 CU IN.
Botanical Name
Phlox paniculata
SKU
S36121
Features
- Attracts hummingbirds and pollinators
- Long-blooming for extended garden color
- Bred for compact habit and branching
- Exhibits good disease resistance
- Fragrant vanilla-clove perfume
- Adds weeks of carefree summer/fall color
- Attractive leaf and flower coloration
What customers say
Customer satisfaction centers on the exceptional aesthetic quality and reliable performance of the Grape Lollipop Phlox. Reviewers consistently celebrate the striking, deep purple coloration, which creates a dramatic garden focal point in mid to late summer. The classic sweet fragrance is a frequently mentioned bonus. High satisfaction is also linked to the cultivar's reported resistance to powdery mildew, ensuring healthier foliage throughout the season. While some initial disappointment exists regarding the small size of starter plants relative to the premium cost, this concern fades quickly. By the second season, plants show robust growth and prolific blooming, confirming the cultivar's superior quality and making it a worthwhile investment for its unique color and excellent garden performance.
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