Phlox - Eva Cullum
Best perennial for gardeners wanting fragrant, pollinator-friendly summer color.
Introducing the Phlox 'Eva Cullum,' a perennial celebrated for its abundant, deep bright pink blooms with darker centers. Named after a dedicated nursery employee, this variety is a beacon for hummingbirds and emits a spectacular fragrance. Enjoy a generous flowering period of 8-10 weeks from mid to late summer. Its versatile nature makes it an excellent addition to perennial beds, offering reliable color and attracting beneficial pollinators to your garden.
$6.97
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1787
/ 3268
#1787 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-75%
Below average
Hardiness Zones
48
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Who it's for
- Gardeners tired of battling fungal diseases on their plants
- Pollinator enthusiasts wanting to attract butterflies and hummingbirds
- Landscapers seeking reliable, long-lasting color for garden borders
Who should skip it
- Busy homeowners looking for low-maintenance, hands-off garden plants
- Casual gardeners who prefer not to divide plants regularly
- People living in regions prone to extreme heat and drought
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Appeal
A reliable magnet for hummingbirds and essential garden pollinators.
Bloom Longevity
Provides a consistent eight to ten weeks of vibrant summer color.
Fragrance Intensity
Delivers a powerful, noticeable aroma that enhances any outdoor living space.
Hardiness Range
Robust performance across zones four through eight ensures wide regional adaptability.
Landscape Versatility
Ideal height and spacing make it a perfect perennial bed filler.
Flowering Density
Remarkably free-flowering habit creates a dense, high-impact visual display.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zones
4-8
Mature Height
30-36 inches
Spacing Requirement
18 inches
Sunlight Requirement
Full Sun to Partial Sun
Flowering Time
Mid to Late Summer
Planting Depth
1 inch
Includes
1 Phlox bareroot
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Features
- Remarkably free-flowering plant
- Deep pink blooms with darker centers
- Spectacular, noticeable aroma
- Attracts hummingbirds
- Long flowering period (8-10 weeks)
- Versatile for perennial beds
- Attracts beneficial pollinators
What customers say
Customers express overwhelming satisfaction with the Phlox Eva Cullum, focusing primarily on its exceptional quality and reliable garden performance. Reviewers consistently note the robust health and excellent packaging of the stock upon arrival. The variety is celebrated for its classic beauty, reliably producing fragrant, pale pink blooms with a distinctive crimson eye true to description. Plants establish quickly, showing strong growth that often exceeds expectations in the first season. This perennial’s longevity and dependable display solidify its high rating. While some mention standard mildew vigilance in humid areas, the consensus confirms this product offers superb quality and is a highly recommended purchase for perennial borders.
Know before you buy
This variety offers a generous flowering window of 8 to 10 weeks, typically appearing from mid to late summer.
Phlox 'Eva Cullum' is a hardy perennial suitable for USDA zones 4 through 8, meaning it is designed to return year after year in those climates.
To ensure proper air circulation and healthy growth, space each bareroot 18 inches apart.
It performs best in full sun to partial sun conditions. While it can tolerate some shade, providing at least six hours of direct sunlight will encourage the most abundant blooms.
Yes, it is highly effective. The deep pink blooms are specifically known to attract hummingbirds and other beneficial pollinators to your garden.
You should plant the bareroot at a depth of 1 inch. Ensure the soil is well-draining to help the plant establish itself successfully.
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