
Annual Phlox
Annual Phlox is a beautiful flowering plant popular in gardens and landscapes. There are several species, but the most common is the annual. The plant grows up to 12 inches in height and spreads up to 9 inches. It has oval-shaped, dark green leaves about 1-2 inches long. The plant produces an abundance of colorful flowers that can be white, pink, red, purple, or a combination of these colors. The flowers have five petals and a yellow center. Annual Phlox's Bloom The plant blooms from late spring to early fall, depending on the climate and growing conditions. It can bloom for several months if deadheaded regularly. It is an easy-to-grow plant tolerant of various soil types and pH levels. It is also drought-tolerant once established. They can be grown from seed or cuttings. Native seeds can be sown directly in the garden in the spring after the last frost, or they can be started indoors in late winter and transplanted outside after the danger of frost has passed. Annual Phlox Uses They