Phlox - White w/Red Eye Flame
Best compact perennial for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, critter-resistant summer color.
Add an elegant splash of color to your garden with the Phlox - White w/Red Eye Flame. This beautiful variety features clouds of fragrant, snowy white blooms, each accented with a striking hot pink star at its center. It is exceptionally long-blooming, providing color from mid through late summer, and is happily ignored by hungry garden critters. Although short in stature, topping out around 14-18 inches tall, this compact cultivar is perfectly suited for containers, patio gardens, or as a dense, bush-forming plant in the middle of your perennial border. This product includes one bare root dwarf Phlox ready for planting.
$8.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
726
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#726 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-62%
Below average
Planting Depth
1
/ inch
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a high-impact visual centerpiece
- Homeowners wanting fragrant blooms near outdoor living spaces
- Pollinator advocates supporting butterflies and hummingbirds late in the season
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in humid climates without optimal airflow
- Busy hobbyists looking for low-maintenance plant varieties
- Beginners wanting self-supporting plants for windy gardens
Performance breakdown
Bloom Longevity
Extended flowering window provides reliable color throughout the entire summer season.
Pest Resistance
Reliably ignored by deer and other common garden foragers.
Container Versatility
Compact dwarf habit makes this an ideal choice for patio pots.
Pollinator Appeal
Fragrant blooms act as a magnet for local butterfly populations.
Visual Impact
Striking red-eye contrast elevates simple white petals into garden focal points.
Maintenance Ease
Low-fuss perennial growth requires minimal intervention once established in the soil.
Key Specs
Planting Depth
1 inch
Mature Spacing
18 inches
Mature Height
14-18 inches
Sunlight Requirement
Full Sun to Partial Sun
Hardiness Zones
Zones 4-8
Water Requirement
Moderate
Bloom Season
Mid through late summer
SKU
14918-01
Features
- Elegant white blooms with hot pink centers
- Exceptionally long blooming period
- Dwarf and compact growth habit
- Resistant to hungry garden critters
- Attracts beneficial pollinators
- Produces fragrant flowers
- Versatile for borders and containers
What customers say
Customers express high satisfaction with the Phlox White w/Red Eye Flame, primarily praising its striking visual appeal. The vibrant red eye against white petals creates a dramatic focal point exactly as expected. A key theme is the excellent viability; many users reported rapid sprouting and robust growth, validating the easy to grow promise. While initial bloom size may be smaller the first year, the plant's hardiness and pest resistance are consistently lauded. This variety offers exceptional ornamental value, delivering reliable summer color. The consensus confirms this Phlox provides high value, making it a highly recommended addition for gardeners seeking dependable, high-impact beauty.
Know before you buy
This dwarf cultivar is compact, typically reaching a mature height of 14 to 18 inches. Its low stature makes it an excellent choice for the front or middle of a border, or for use in containers.
Phlox performs best in full sun to partial sun. While it can handle some shade, providing at least six hours of sunlight will ensure the most prolific blooming throughout the summer.
Yes, this Phlox is considered deer-resistant and is generally ignored by many common garden critters. While no plant is 100% pest-proof, it is a reliable choice for gardens where wildlife pressure is a concern.
For a dense, bush-forming effect, you should space your bare root plants about 18 inches apart. This allows enough room for healthy airflow while ensuring the plants grow together to create a continuous display of color.
Yes, this is a perennial plant, meaning it will return year after year in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8. It is a long-lived addition to the garden that will provide fragrant blooms from mid to late summer.
This variety has moderate water requirements and is relatively low-maintenance. Simply ensure the soil remains consistently moist, especially during hot, dry spells, to keep the blooms looking their best.
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