I planted 3 bare roots directly into a flower bed last fall and they are thriving here in zone 7. They all bloomed from April until August with just a little deadheading. I will definitely be getting more because they are hardy and easy to grow.
'Opening Act Romance' Hybrid Phlox Phlox hybrid
Exposure
- Part Sun to Sun
Flower Season
- Spring
- Summer
Mature Size
Height: 20" - 22"
Spread: 2'8" - 3'
Height: 51cm - 56cm
Spread: 81cm - 91cm
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Details
20 - 22 Inches32 - 36 Inches32 - 36 Inches51cm - 56cm81cm - 91cm81cm - 91cmFeatures
This early blooming Phlox will add a long season of color to your garden with its rich lavender pink flowers. Flowers have a small white halo at the center. Forms a dome-like habit.
Award WinnerFragrant FlowerContinuous Bloom or RebloomerAttracts:BeesButterfliesHummingbirdsNative to North AmericaCharacteristics
Plant Type:PerennialHeight Category:MediumGarden Height:20 - 22 Inches 51cm - 56cmSpacing:32 - 36 Inches 81cm - 91cmSpread:32 - 36 Inches 81cm - 91cmFlower Colors:PinkFlower Shade:Rich lavender pinkFoliage Colors:GreenFoliage Shade:GreenHabit:MoundedContainer Role:ThrillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:Part Sun to SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBloom Time:SummerHardiness Zones:4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8bWater Category:AverageSoil Fertility Requirement:Average SoilSoil Fertility Requirement:Fertile SoilSoil PH Category:Acidic SoilSoil PH Category:Neutral SoilUses:Border PlantUses:ContainerUses:Cut FlowerUses:LandscapeUses:Mass PlantingMaintenance Notes:Grows best in consistently moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Thrives with regular fertilization. Provide good air circulation.
'Opening Act Romance' Phlox hybrid USPP 33,101 -
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Rob, Oklahoma, United States, 1 year ago
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Award Year Award Plant Trial 2022 Top Performer Michigan State University -
