Red Drummond Phlox Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, planting just below the surface of the soil. For spring planting, mix the red Drummond phlox seeds with moist sand and store in the refrigerator for 60 days before planting. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination. This Phlox Drummondii seed can also be started indoors 6-8 weeks before planting in the spring; the best temperature for germination is 65 degrees F.
Growing: Water seedlings until they become established. To encourage branching, pinch back the tips as they grow. Mature plants tolerate occasional drought, though they prefer moist soil and will benefit from watering in dry weather. Deadhead for increased blooming. If red Drummond phlox seeds are not required, cut the plant back after blooming has finished. This plant often reseeds itself, and is highly attractive to bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. It makes an excellent ground cover, border plant, or addition to a rock garden.
Harvesting: For cut flowers, choose stems with flowers that have just opened. Strip the foliage that will fall below the water level, and place in water immediately.
Seed Saving: After the flowers fade, small pods will form that eventually open and release their seeds. Gather the pods as soon as they have begun to turn brown, but before they burst open; watch them carefully to prevent loss, since the Phlox Drummondii seeds can easily be blown away by the wind. Spread the pods out to dry. As soon as they have completely dried, break open the pods and remove the seed. Store the red Drummond phlox seed in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Annual Phlox, Phlox Twinkle
Latin Name: Phlox drummondii
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Annual
USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 15,000
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 14 Inches
Color: Red
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Hummingbirds, Aromatic, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant
Good selection
Found many interesting seeds selections, purchased more than I needed LOL. Great description of the plants and their use, this is a second purchase from this company. Overall, good experience purchasing. Have not tried to plant all the seeds yet, but hoping they will germinate.
This is an experiment
I would like to see if phlox will grow in my zone 9b and have decided to purchase the seeds from Everwilde as they always have reliable seed--- we will see.
Delivery of order
Order quickly received. Looking forward to planting next spring.
Couldn't resist, the same name as the street I live on
I purchased 3 seed packets last year and was so pleased that I ordered many more. I can't wait for the weekend to plant.
Excellent products. Fast shipping
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, planting just below the surface of the soil. For spring planting, mix the red Drummond phlox seeds with moist sand and store in the refrigerator for 60 days before planting. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination. This Phlox Drummondii seed can also be started indoors 6-8 weeks before planting in the spring; the best temperature for germination is 65 degrees F.
Growing: Water seedlings until they become established. To encourage branching, pinch back the tips as they grow. Mature plants tolerate occasional drought, though they prefer moist soil and will benefit from watering in dry weather. Deadhead for increased blooming. If red Drummond phlox seeds are not required, cut the plant back after blooming has finished. This plant often reseeds itself, and is highly attractive to bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. It makes an excellent ground cover, border plant, or addition to a rock garden.
Harvesting: For cut flowers, choose stems with flowers that have just opened. Strip the foliage that will fall below the water level, and place in water immediately.
Seed Saving: After the flowers fade, small pods will form that eventually open and release their seeds. Gather the pods as soon as they have begun to turn brown, but before they burst open; watch them carefully to prevent loss, since the Phlox Drummondii seeds can easily be blown away by the wind. Spread the pods out to dry. As soon as they have completely dried, break open the pods and remove the seed. Store the red Drummond phlox seed in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Annual Phlox, Phlox Twinkle
Latin Name: Phlox drummondii
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Annual
USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 15,000
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 14 Inches
Color: Red
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Hummingbirds, Aromatic, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant
Reviews
Review
Good selection
Found many interesting seeds selections, purchased more than I needed LOL. Great description of the plants and their use, this is a second purchase from this company. Overall, good experience purchasing. Have not tried to plant all the seeds yet, but hoping they will germinate.
Review
This is an experiment
I would like to see if phlox will grow in my zone 9b and have decided to purchase the seeds from Everwilde as they always have reliable seed--- we will see.
Review
Delivery of order
Order quickly received. Looking forward to planting next spring.
Review
Couldn't resist, the same name as the street I live on
I purchased 3 seed packets last year and was so pleased that I ordered many more. I can't wait for the weekend to plant.
Excellent products. Fast shipping