Bright Eyes Phlox

Key Features:
Size & Growth: Bright Eyes Phlox typically grows to a height of 2 to 3 feet with a spread of 1.5 to 2 feet. It features an upright, clumping habit that makes it ideal for garden beds and borders.
Foliage: Displays lance-shaped, dark green leaves that provide a lush backdrop to the plant’s vibrant blooms. The foliage remains attractive throughout the growing season.
Flowers: Produces large, rounded clusters of bright pink flowers with a striking white center. The flowers are known for their vibrant color and pleasant fragrance.
Blooming Time: Blooms from mid-summer to early fall, typically from July to September. The long-lasting flowers provide continuous color and interest throughout the growing season.
Disease Resistance: Known for its resistance to common pests and diseases affecting phlox, including powdery mildew. Its robust nature makes it a reliable choice for various garden conditions.
Soil & Light Requirements: Prefers well-drained soil and thrives in full sun to partial shade. It is adaptable to a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy soils. Ensuring adequate sunlight and good drainage is key for optimal growth and flowering.
Care Instructions: Requires minimal maintenance once established. Regular watering during dry periods helps keep the plant hydrated. Deadheading spent blooms can encourage additional flowering and improve the plant’s appearance. Light pruning in late winter or early spring helps maintain the plant’s shape and remove any dead or damaged stems.
Uses:
Ornamental: Ideal for adding vibrant color and texture to garden beds, borders, and containers. The striking blooms and fragrant flowers make Bright Eyes Phlox a standout addition to any garden design.
Cut Flowers: Suitable for use as cut flowers in floral arrangements, where the bright blooms and fragrance add a touch of elegance and charm.
Pollinator Garden: Perfect for attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies, due to its fragrant flowers and ecological value.
Planting & Maintenance:
Planting: Choose a location with well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Dig a hole that is twice the width of the root ball and place the plant at the same depth it was growing in the container. Space multiple plants about 1.5 to 2 feet apart to accommodate their mature spread.
Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and during dry periods to help establish the plant. Once established, it requires regular watering to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering. Lightly prune in late winter or early spring to remove any dead or damaged stems and to shape the plant.
Add the eye-catching color and delightful fragrance of Bright Eyes Phlox to your garden. Its stunning blooms, attractive foliage, and low-maintenance requirements make it a valuable and versatile addition to any landscape design.