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Fashionably Early Flamingo Phlox

Phlox 'Fashionably Early Flamingo'

Category: Perennial • Phlox

Fashionably Early Flamingo Phlox offers vibrant blooms and attracts pollinators, perfect for borders and gardens.

Mature Height: 30-36 inches
Mature Width: 26-30 inches
Bloom Color: Pink
Bloom Time: Early Summer
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 4-8
Maintenance: Moderate
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Summer
Foliage: Deciduous
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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Fashionably Early Flamingo Phlox is a vibrant perennial known for its striking pink flowers and compact growth habit. It blooms early in the season, attracting pollinators and adding color to gardens.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Moderate moisture is ideal for optimal growth.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil with moderate moisture; adaptable to various soil types; prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

bordermass plantingpollinator garden

Special Features

Attractive flowerslong blooming perioddrought tolerant once established

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators like butterflies and bees.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant once established.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding color to borders and attracting pollinators. Works well in mixed perennial gardens.

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