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Annual Phlox Seed Mix

Phlox drummondii

5.00 (6 reviews)
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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow Drummond's phlox seeds in late fall, planting just below the surface of the soil. For spring planting, mix the seeds with moist sand and store in the refrigerator for 60 days before planting. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination. This 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 annual phlox 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 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 annual phlox 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 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 Drummond's phlox seed in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Drummond's Phlox

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: Mixed, White, Pink, Red, Purple

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall

Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Hummingbirds, Aromatic, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant

Annual Phlox Seed Mix 5.0
Review By Chip Smith

I needed help

I needed advice with the rocks on my pond banks. I wanted to add colorful flowers that didn't need much care. After speaking with Everwilde I purchased my Phlox seeds. Their help and suggestions were greatly appreciated. I was pleasantly surprised with the affordability and very fast shipping. The quality and packaging was outstanding. I would buy from them again without hesitation.

Annual Phlox Seed Mix 5.0
Review By Edith Smith

Extremely satisified

A great package of seed, arrived promptly, happy with purchase!

Annual Phlox Seed Mix 5.0
Review By ken weinberg

Excellent service

Your quick response to my rather late request for seeds in the seed starting season has put me nearly back on schedule. Thank you.

Annual Phlox Seed Mix 5.0
Review By Marsha Roberts

Phlox Seed Mix

I can't wait to plant my Phlox seeds. When I was growing up I would always see the Phlox on a vacant lot across the street from my house and would pick them. I just loved them. And now I can grow my very own and enjoy them thanks to Everwilde Farms...

Annual Phlox Seed Mix 5.0
Review By EFC Donald Pinder

Phlox Seeds

Very pleased, excellent packaging, will do business again

Annual Phlox Seed Mix 5.0
Review By Diane Marcucilli

Wonderful service

Shipping was very fast. The packets the seeds are sent in are not only pretty they keep the light off the seeds and give very detailed info. I can't wait to plant them.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~1,000 Seeds) $3.25 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~15,000 Seeds) $10.19 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $24.14 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $87.00 $81.00 -+
5 Lb Bulk Bag (2.27kg) $391.50 $364.50 -+
10 Lb Bulk Bag (4.54kg) $696.00 $648.00 -+
25 Lb Bulk Bag (11.3kg) $1,653.00 $1,539.00 -+
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DESCRIPTION

Bearing clusters of lovely, fragrant flowers, this popular mix blooms in pink, red, rose, purple, and white. This mix is most often planted en masse so that the variegated colors can be more fully seen. This annual is very easy to grow and will attract a variety of pollinators to your garden.
The first botanical records of annual phlox first appear in Hortus Elthamensis, botanist Johann Dillenius' published description of a famous experimental garden near London in 1732. This garden, under the care of famed English botanist William Sherard, contained several species of wild phlox from America. From that time on, gardeners seemed to agree with horticulturist Karl Foerster that "a garden without a phlox is a mistake." In the language of flowers, phlox symbolizes either the union of souls or sweet dreams. In Victorian times, a bouquet of phlox often indicated a timid proposal of marriage. The name "phlox" comes from the Greek word for "flame." The species name "drummondii" honors 19th century Scottish botanist Thomas Drummond, who traveled extensively throughout the United States collecting unique plants. These Drummond's phlox seeds came from Texas, where Drummond spent nearly two years.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow Drummond's phlox seeds in late fall, planting just below the surface of the soil. For spring planting, mix the seeds with moist sand and store in the refrigerator for 60 days before planting. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination. This 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 annual phlox 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 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 annual phlox 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 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 Drummond's phlox seed in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Drummond's Phlox

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: Mixed, White, Pink, Red, Purple

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall

Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Hummingbirds, Aromatic, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 6 reviews
5.0

Review By Chip Smith

I needed help

I needed advice with the rocks on my pond banks. I wanted to add colorful flowers that didn't need much care. After speaking with Everwilde I purchased my Phlox seeds. Their help and suggestions were greatly appreciated. I was pleasantly surprised with the affordability and very fast shipping. The quality and packaging was outstanding. I would buy from them again without hesitation.

5.0

Review By Edith Smith

Extremely satisified

A great package of seed, arrived promptly, happy with purchase!

5.0

Review By ken weinberg

Excellent service

Your quick response to my rather late request for seeds in the seed starting season has put me nearly back on schedule. Thank you.

5.0

Review By Marsha Roberts

Phlox Seed Mix

I can't wait to plant my Phlox seeds. When I was growing up I would always see the Phlox on a vacant lot across the street from my house and would pick them. I just loved them. And now I can grow my very own and enjoy them thanks to Everwilde Farms...

5.0

Review By EFC Donald Pinder

Phlox Seeds

Very pleased, excellent packaging, will do business again

5.0

Review By Diane Marcucilli

Wonderful service

Shipping was very fast. The packets the seeds are sent in are not only pretty they keep the light off the seeds and give very detailed info. I can't wait to plant them.