Phlox - Crème Brûlée

This variety features muted caramel and buff tones highlighted by hints of violet and pink. It is highly resilient in well-drained soil and boasts an impressive display of blooms when given ample room to grow. Grows to 18" tall.

25 seeds

KEY GROWING INFORMATION

DAYS TO GERMINATION:

5-10 days at 60-65°F (16-18°C).

SOWING:

Direct seed (recommended): As soon as soil can be worked in spring. Cover seed with 1/8" fine soil. Darkness is required for germination. Thin when first true leaves appear. Transplant: Sow 4-6 weeks before last frost, directly into final container or jumbo plug trays. Dislikes root disturbance. Cover seed, as darkness is required for germination. Carefully transplant outdoors when first true leaves appear.

LIGHT PREFERENCE:

Sun.

SOIL REQUIREMENTS:

Rich, moist, well-drained sandy soil.

PLANT SPACING:

8-12".

HARDINESS ZONES:

Annual.

HARVEST:

Fresh: 50% of the flowers are open.

USES:

Tall varieties make excellent cut flowers, while shorter varieties make good ground covers. Container, edging, borders, and rock gardens.

SCIENTIFIC NAME:

Phlox drummondii