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Sweet Summer™ Sensation Garden Phlox
Phlox paniculata 'Sensation'
Pronunciation: floks pan-ick-yoo-LAY-tuh
SKU #32855
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
SIZE:
Fast growing; reaches 22 to 28 in. tall, 14 to 20 in. wide.
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| Description | From a fantastic series that has it all, this upright, mid-season bloomer has big clusters of large, fragrant, sweet pink flowers with hot pink centers. The robust, disease resistant foliage looks great even when not in bloom. Plant en masse to create a stunning border, or fill a patio container for vivid summer color. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Early to Midsummer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Accent |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Peony (Paeonia); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Coneflower (Echinacea); Speedwell (Veronica); Beardtongue (Penstemon) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in moist, well-drained loamy or sandy soils with a neutral pH. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun in hot summer areas. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Avoid overhead watering. Prune spent blooms for a tidy appearance. Hard prune to the ground at season's end. Feed in early spring. |
Details
| Description | From a fantastic series that has it all, this upright, mid-season bloomer has big clusters of large, fragrant, sweet pink flowers with hot pink centers. The robust, disease resistant foliage looks great even when not in bloom. Plant en masse to create a stunning border, or fill a patio container for vivid summer color. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Early to Midsummer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Accent |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Peony (Paeonia); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Coneflower (Echinacea); Speedwell (Veronica); Beardtongue (Penstemon) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in moist, well-drained loamy or sandy soils with a neutral pH. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun in hot summer areas. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Avoid overhead watering. Prune spent blooms for a tidy appearance. Hard prune to the ground at season's end. Feed in early spring. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sweet Summer™ Sensation Garden Phlox produce flowers?
Early to Midsummer
Is Sweet Summer™ Sensation Garden Phlox evergreen or deciduous?
Sweet Summer™ Sensation Garden Phlox is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Sweet Summer™ Sensation Garden Phlox?
Sweet Summer™ Sensation Garden Phlox is Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance.
How fast does Sweet Summer™ Sensation Garden Phlox grow?
Sweet Summer™ Sensation Garden Phlox has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Sweet Summer™ Sensation Garden Phlox in my landscape?
Sweet Summer™ Sensation Garden Phlox is suitable for: Border, Container, Accent.
What color are Sweet Summer™ Sensation Garden Phlox flowers?
Sweet Summer™ Sensation Garden Phlox produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Sweet Summer™ Sensation Garden Phlox?
Sweet Summer™ Sensation Garden Phlox has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Sweet Summer™ Sensation Garden Phlox?
Good companion plants for Sweet Summer™ Sensation Garden Phlox include: Peony (Paeonia); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Coneflower (Echinacea); Speedwell (Veronica); Beardtongue (Penstemon).
How do I care for Sweet Summer™ Sensation Garden Phlox?
Thrives in moist, well-drained loamy or sandy soils with a neutral pH. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun in hot summer areas. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Avoid overhead watering. Prune spent blooms for a tidy appearance. Hard prune to the ground at season's end. Feed in early spring.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.