Phlox drummondii ‘Beauty Coral Reef’ is an annual phlox grown for its coral-pink, star-shaped flowers and reliable summer flowering. Plants form a compact habit and are well suited to garden borders, containers, and mixed beds. Phlox drummondii grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Regular deadheading encourages continued flowering throughout the season. When to Sow: Feb- Mar
HOW TO SOW: Sow indoors - Sow into pots of moist well drained compost, Cover with compost to exclude light. Ideal temp. 18-20°C. Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle. - Classification: Half Hardy Annual
- Expert Level: Medium
- Germination Time : 2-3 Weeks
- Site: Full Sun/Part Sun
- Soil Type: Chalk/ Sand/Loam
- Soil Acidity: All Types
- Mositure: Well drained
- Care: Pinch out growing tips to encourage more branching & Deadhead regularly. Cut & Come again
- Use: Garden Borders, Cut Flowers, Pots
- Harvesting: Cut when just a few blooms are open
- Days to Maturity: 60-65 Days
- Vase Life: 5-7 Days
- Height: 45cm
- Plant Spacing: 15cm
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