Description
Description
The Uptown Girl Phlox, a darling of the perennial world, is renowned for its grace and charm. With its captivating star-shaped blossoms, this flowering wonder is the perfect choice for your garden. This Phlox variety boasts a palette of stunning colors, ranging from soft pastels to vibrant hues, making it a versatile addition to any landscape.
Key Features:
- Elegant Blooms: Uptown Girl Phlox's blossoms are a sight to behold, resembling delicate stars in full bloom. Their intricate design adds a touch of sophistication to your garden.
- Vivid Colors: From rosy pinks to lavender purples and pristine whites, Uptown Girl Phlox comes in a range of colors, allowing you to create captivating floral displays.
- Fragrance: These lovely flowers emit a sweet, gentle fragrance that will enchant your senses and attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds to your garden.
Basic Care Tips: Ensuring the thriving beauty of Uptown Girl Phlox is easy with some basic care. Here are the essentials:
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Sunlight: Plant your Uptown Girl Phlox in a location that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily, though it can tolerate partial shade.
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Soil Quality: Well-draining, fertile soil is key. Incorporate organic matter to enhance drainage and provide essential nutrients.
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Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water at the base of the plant to prevent fungal issues.
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Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering. Pruning back in late spring can help maintain a bushy, compact shape.
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Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in the spring to promote healthy growth and prolific flowering.
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Pest and Disease Control: Uptown Girl Phlox is generally disease-resistant, but occasional pests like aphids can be controlled with a gentle spray of water or insecticidal soap.
Common Name: Uptown Girl Tall Garden Phlox
Foliage: Green
Flower Color: Pink
Growing Zones: 3-8
Light Requirement: Partial Sun to Sun
Mature Size: 2.5-3' Tall x 2-3' Wide