Fashionably Early Flamingo Phlox
Introduce vibrant color to your garden with the Fashionably Early Flamingo Phlox. This exceptional native cultivar blooms up to three weeks sooner than standard varieties, offering extended beauty and avoiding peak summer heat. Its fragrant, orchid-purple flower clusters are a magnet for pollinators like bees and butterflies. The plant features attractive, deep green foliage that is highly resistant to mildew, ensuring a healthy and appealing look. For best results, plant in full sun with moisture-retentive soil. Deadheading after the first bloom can encourage a second flush of color.
$9.59
Owner Satisfaction
4.0
/ 5
Category Rank
3672
/ 3771
#3672 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-65%
Below average
Botanical Name
29911
/ Phlox paniculata 'Fashionably Early Flamingo' PP#
Who it's for
- Exceptional Early Color
- Low-Maintenance Groundcover
- Striking Flamingo Hue
Who should skip it
- Sensitivity to Wet Soil
- Limited Bloom Duration
- Required Post-Bloom Shearing
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Phlox paniculata 'Fashionably Early Flamingo' PP#29911
Mature Height
30-36 inches tall
Mature Spread
26-30 inches wide
Bloom Time
Early to late summer
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade
Soil Moisture
Moist / Wet
Hardiness Zones
Zone 4 through Zone 8
USDA Hardiness Zone
Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Features
- Blooms significantly earlier than standard phlox
- Fragrant orchid-purple flowers attract pollinators
- Highly mildew-resistant foliage
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Excellent for cut flower arrangements
- Encourages reblooming with simple care
- Adds cottage garden charm
What customers say
Customers highly value the Fashionably Early Flamingo Phlox for its vibrant pink hue and exceptionally early spring bloom time, which attracts many pollinators. Successful growers confirm its quality, praising its robust, spreading growth in later years, establishing it as a reliable perennial. However, a significant point of contention revolves around initial establishment. Many reports cite receiving small or stressed plants that struggle to take hold during the first season. This variability in shipping condition directly impacts perceived value. While the plant delivers on its promise of early beauty for those who succeed, potential buyers should anticipate possible initial growing challenges typical of shipped perennials.
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