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P hlox

A nnual phlox

TWINKLE M IXED is a striking variety of annual phlox growing THE FLOWERS OF annual phlox open at their peak to make rounded
around 13 cm (6in) tall with star-like flowers in various shades. heads of colour that can completely f ill summer containers.

F E A T U R E S C O N D IT IO N S
Annual phlox are versatile plants which can be Aspect Needs full sun.
used for bedding, containers and as unique cut Site Needs well-drained soil with manure or
flowers. They are half-hardy annuals, growing compost mixed in to improve moisture
between 1045cm (418in) tall depending on holding. Phlox grow well in m ultipurpose
the variety taller are better for cutting. compost used to fill summer containers.
Flower colour ranges from the blue of 'Bobby
Sox to the varied shades o f Tapestry which is G R O W IN G M E T H O D
also scented. Several varieties are now available
as young plants by mail order. Flowers are Sowing Sow seed in February/March in 9cm (3Min)
long-lived and plants are easy to care for. pots o f m ultipurpose compost, keep at 18C
(64F), and expect seedlings in 13 weeks.
Transplant to cell trays or 9cm (3'Ain) pots,
Ph lo x at a g lan c e pinch out the tips when 7.5cm (3in) high, and
A half-hardy annual grown for its heads of colourful flowers, for grow on until late May, then harden off and
bedding, containers and for cutting. Frost hardy to -5C (23F). plant after the last frosts in your area.
J an / R e c o m m e n d e d V a r ie t ie s
Feeding Add slow-release fertiliser granules to compost
before planting containers, which should be
Feb sow 'A Phlox drummondii: sufficient. Plants in beds can be given a liquid
M ar sow/transplant As ! African Sunset feed every 23 weeks in summer.
A pr grow on A Bobby Sox Problems Plants will struggle on heavy soils in a cold
M ay harden off/plant 'Ai j Bright Eyes spring so delay planting until warmer weather.
JU N flowering 5 Brilliant
Cecily Old & New
F L O W E R IN G
J u ly flowering $
Shades
A ug flowering Season Flowers appear all summer until frosts.
Double Chanel
Sept flowering S J Cutting Tall varieties are good for cutting and some
Phlox of Sheep
like Tapestry have a strong, sweet scent.
O ct / Tapestry
N ov / Tutti-Frutti A F T E R F L O W E R IN G
D ec / Twinkle Mixed
General Pull up after flowering and compost them.

T H E C O M P L E T E B O O K OF G A R D E N F L O W E R S 7 7 P H L O X

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