a garden phlox (botanical name Phlox paniculata) variety known for its fragrant, salmon-orange blooms with a contrasting dark pink “eye” at the center. It’s part of the Sweet Summer® series of perennials that are prized for showy flowers and garden performance.
🌸 Key Characteristics
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Plant Type: Perennial garden phlox (Phlox paniculata)
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Flower Color: Salmon-orange petals with a darker pink center (“dark eye”)
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Fragrance: Sweet and noticeable — a classic trait of garden phlox
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Height: Typically ~18–24 in (45–60 cm) tall
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Spread: About 12–18 in (30–45 cm) wide
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Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 4 through 9 (cold hardy in many climates)
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Light: Thrives in full sun for best flowering
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Bloom Time: From mid-spring through summer
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Pollinator Friendly: Yes — attractive to butterflies and other pollinators
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Disease Resistance: Bred for excellent resistance to common phlox diseases like powdery mildew
🌿 Growing Tips
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Plant in well-drained soil with good sun exposure.
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Water regularly, especially during dry spells, but avoid waterlogging.
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Deadhead spent blooms to encourage fresh flowers throughout the season.
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Pair with other sun-loving perennials — this variety works great in mixed borders, pollinator gardens, and containers.
🌼 Garden Appeal
This variety brings a vibrant splash of warm color and fragrance to summer gardens and is valued for reliability, repeat blooms, and pollinator appeal — making it a popular choice for perennial beds and borders.