Summer phlox - Phlox drummondii 'Sugar Stars'

The flowers of the summer phlox 'Sugar Stars' shine in a harmonious color combination of violet, pink, and white. They have a delicate fragrance and bloom profusely throughout the summer. This annual phlox makes an excellent cut flower and is also very popular with insects.

Details :
Sowing indoors/greenhouse: February to April
Sowing outdoors: May
Seeding depth: 1.5 mm
Germination time: 10-21 days

Height: 50 cm
Planting distance: 25 cm
Flowering time: June to September
Location: Sunny/partial shade

Growing tips :
Sow the seeds approximately 1.5 mm deep in moist, well-drained seed compost at 18-20ºC. After germination in the dark, you can plant the seedlings in pots and plant them outdoors starting in May. After the last frost, they can also be sown directly outdoors. Fertilizing in spring and summer promotes flowering. Dead flowers should be removed regularly to encourage new blooms.

Use :
cut flower
insects

Cut flower :
As a cut flower, phlox makes a great accent in bouquets.


Bag contents :
approx. 100 seeds
Store in a cool, dry place.