Upright, clump-forming perennial with pointed, veined, elliptic, green leaves. Densely packed clusters of flowers in a range of colors and bicolors such as white, pink, purple and red bloom from mid-summer to early fall. Great for borders and beds, cottage gardens and cutting gardens.
Phlox paniculata 'Starfire'
Garden Phlox
Photo courtesy of Ball Seeds
- Bright red, fragrant flowers
- Stiff, upright stems with narrow, red-tinged leaves
- Blooms midsummer to early fall
- Dense, compact habit
Border or Bed
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Fragrant
Garden
Ground Cover
Heat Tolerant
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Grown best in moist, rich soil in full to partial sun Benefits from regular watering during dry spells, avoid overhead watering to reduce risk of powdery mildew Fertilize in spring, Divide every 2-3 years
Height: 30-36 in
Spread: 18-24 in
Spacing: 24 in
Price Level 1: $10.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Red
Zone: 3-8
Price Level 2: 4 for $40~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Ground Cover
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Long Blooming
- Rock Garden
- Fragrant
- Garden
- Drought Tolerant
- Low Maintenance
- Mass Planting
- Border or Bed
- Summer Bloomer
- Heat Tolerant
- Native
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Creeping/Ground Cover
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Fall
- Summer
- Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Spring Bloomer
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Keep Well-Watered
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Phlox
Common Name: Garden Phlox
Upright, clump-forming perennial with pointed, veined, elliptic, green leaves. Densely packed clusters of flowers in a range of colors and bicolors such as white, pink, purple and red bloom from mid-summer to early fall. Great for borders and beds, cottage gardens and cutting gardens.