White Flower Farm
Phlox 'Fashionably Early Flamingo'
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking early-season color and pollinator appeal.
The Phlox 'Fashionably Early Flamingo' is a vibrant hybrid garden phlox known for blooming earlier than many other tall varieties, adding bold color to the middle or back of garden borders. It features thick, mildew-resistant foliage that maintains a fresh green appearance throughout the growing season. This perennial attracts hummingbirds, hawk moths, bees, and butterflies with its tubular flowers, which often carry a spicy vanilla-clove perfume. It is a low-maintenance plant that thrives in full sun and requires moist, well-drained soil. This variety is noted for its vigor and reliability once established in the garden.
$19.00
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#834 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-31%
Below average
Hardiness Zone
48
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Who it's for
- Gardeners craving early-season color in their landscape
- Pollinator enthusiasts looking to attract butterflies and hummingbirds
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, disease-resistant perennials
Who should skip it
- Hands-off gardeners who prefer low-maintenance, set-it-and-forget-it plants
- Gardeners with shady yards or dry, neglected soil
- Budget-conscious shoppers seeking inexpensive local nursery finds
Performance breakdown
Bloom Timing
Early-season flowering provides a head start on vibrant garden color.
Disease Resistance
Thick foliage effectively resists common mildew issues throughout the season.
Pollinator Appeal
Fragrant blooms act as a magnet for hummingbirds and beneficial insects.
Maintenance Effort
Once established, this vigorous perennial requires minimal ongoing garden care.
Fragrance Profile
Spicy vanilla-clove notes add a sophisticated sensory layer to borders.
Hardiness Range
Reliable performance across zones four through eight for most gardeners.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zone
4-8
Exposure
Sun
Blooms
June through August
Mature Height
30-36 inches
Spacing
26-30 inches
Ships as
BARE-ROOT
Patent Number
PP 29,911
Features
- Blooms earlier than many tall Phlox varieties
- Thick, mildew-resistant foliage maintains color all season
- Attracts hummingbirds, hawk moths, bees, and butterflies
- Flowers often possess a spicy vanilla-clove perfume
- Low-maintenance plant once established
- Vigorous growth habit
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly celebrate the Phlox 'Fashionably Early Flamingo' for its stunning, vibrant color and impressive reliability. Reviewers consistently note that the plant lives up to its name, delivering beautiful, early season blooms that transform garden spaces. The quality of the shipped plants is frequently praised, arriving healthy and ready to thrive. This cultivar offers exceptional garden performance and aesthetic value, making it a highly recommended addition for early summer color.
Know before you buy
As the name suggests, this variety blooms earlier in the season than many standard tall phlox. It also features thicker, mildew-resistant foliage that stays looking fresh and green well into the summer.
This plant performs best in a location that receives full sun. It requires soil that is consistently moist but well-drained to maintain its vigor throughout the growing season.
Yes, the tubular flowers are highly attractive to hummingbirds, hawk moths, bees, and butterflies. The blooms also emit a pleasant, spicy vanilla-clove fragrance that adds an extra sensory layer to your garden.
This Phlox ships as a bare-root plant. Once planted in your garden, it is known for being vigorous and reliable, requiring very little maintenance once it becomes established.
To ensure proper air circulation and healthy growth, you should space these plants 26 to 30 inches apart. At maturity, they will reach a height of 30 to 36 inches, making them ideal for the middle or back of a garden border.
Yes, 'Fashionably Early Flamingo' is hardy in zones 4 through 8. This makes it a versatile choice for a wide range of climates across the country.
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