PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Phlox drummondii
Phlox Seeds - Twinkle Mix
Annual. (Phlox drummondii) Deeply fringed or indented petal margins give the impression of far more than the 5 petals that are actually present. Diversity of streaks, stripes and zoning makes “Twinkles” really shine. Widest possible range of phlox colors, too! Compact plants rarely exceed 9 inches and are perfect for edging. Makes a superior container variety, when situated so that the intricate details of each unique flower can be appreciated up close
Twinkle Mix Phlox sparkles in star-shaped, bi-colored flowers. Dazzling the garden in shades of pink, red, purple and white, up to 10" tall Twinkle Mix will offer blooms throughout the summer and early fall months. Fringed and pointed flower petals give this phlox its distinctive look, and sets it apart from other typical garden bed varieties.
Enjoy this summer flowering bedding plant as it grows as a great companion with other members of the garden.
Fragrant and reliable, our Twinkle Mix can be planted as a border plant as well.

FAST FACTS

Name: Annual Phlox Seeds - Twinkle Mix
Botanical Name:      Phlox drummondii
Life Cycle:     Annual
Light Requirement:  Full Sun
Planting Season:     Spring
Plant Type:   Tall wildflowers with green stalks and multiclored blooms.
Features:      Open Pollinated, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant, Fragrant, Ground Cover, Container Garden, Easy to Grow & Maintain
Color: Red, Purple, White
Blooms:        Summer
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches
Plant Spacing:         18 inches
Planting Depth:       1/16 inch
Sowing Method:      Direct Sow
Cold Stratification:   No
Hardiness Zones:    3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Ships: Year Round

HOW TO GROW PHLOX

Direct seed (recommended):
As soon as soil can be worked in spring. Cover seed with 1/8" fine soil.
Darkness is required for germination.
Thin when first true leaves appear.
Dislikes root disturbance.
SEED STORING

Store your seeds in a cool, dry and dark location. 
Most seeds have a long shelf life, but heat and moisture will cut that life short. 
Dedicate a drawer or cabinet to storing your seeds where you can also house your gardening journal close at hand for dreaming, planning and preparing.