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Opening Act Pink - a - Dot Hybrid Phlox

Phlox hybrid PP 31,732

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  • Patented Hybrid Phlox with Striking Pink-A-Dot Blooms and Built-In Mildew Resistance
  • Cold Hardy: Thrives in Zones 4-8
  • Grows 2-3 ft Tall and Wide
  • Showy Pink, White Blooms From Early Summer to Late Summer
  • Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant
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Plant Characteristics Cold hardy, Disease resistant, Flowering, Reblooming, Heat Tolerant, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts pollinators, Container Friendly
Hardiness Zone 3a9b
Sunlight Full sun, Partial shade
Height 2-3 ft
Width 2-3 ft
Watering Needs Moderate
Preferred Soil Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Peaty, Sandy
Growth Rate Moderate
Growth Habit Bushy, Compact, Spreading, Trailing, Upright
Plant Life Cycle Annual, Perennial
Blooms In Summer
Flower Color Pink, White
Foliage Color Green
Fragrant Yes
Suitable Space Outdoors
Plant Name Phlox
Botanical Name Phlox hybrid PP 31,732
Species hybrid
Class Magnoliopsida
Does Not Ship To AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

Frequently Asked Questions

What USDA hardiness zones is Opening Act Pink-a-Dot Hybrid Phlox suitable for?
  • Opening Act Pink-a-Dot Hybrid Phlox is hardy in USDA zones 4-8. This herbaceous perennial reliably returns each year in these zones, tolerating winter temperatures down to -30°F. Plant in spring after your last frost date for best establishment.

Does Opening Act Pink-a-Dot Phlox prefer full sun, partial shade, or full shade?
  • Opening Act Pink-a-Dot Phlox thrives in full sun locations with good drainage. This mildew-resistant hybrid performs best with 6+ hours of direct sunlight daily in zones 4-8. Plant in well-draining soil for optimal flowering from early to mid-summer, available at naturehills.com.

How often should I water Opening Act Pink-a-Dot Phlox after planting?
  • Water newly planted Opening Act Pink-a-Dot Phlox deeply 2-3 times per week for the first month. This hybrid prefers well-draining soil and established plants are quite drought tolerant. Reduce watering frequency once roots are established, typically after 4-6 weeks.

When does Opening Act Pink-a-Dot Phlox typically bloom and for how long?
  • Opening Act Pink-a-Dot Phlox blooms from early summer through mid-summer with fragrant, bubblegum-pink flowers featuring darker magenta eyes. As a reblooming variety, it provides extended color beyond the initial flush. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage additional flowering waves.

Which plants pair well as companions with Opening Act Pink-a-Dot Phlox?
  • Opening Act Pink-a-Dot pairs beautifully with white or purple companions like Shasta Daisy, Salvia, and ornamental grasses. Its 2-3 foot mounded habit works well behind shorter annuals or alongside other mid-border perennials. Shop complementary plants at Nature Hills to create stunning summer combinations.

Will this phlox variety spread naturally or does it stay in a tight clump?
  • Opening Act Pink-A-Dot forms a well-behaved clump that reaches 2-3 feet tall and wide without aggressive spreading. This hybrid phlox maintains its compact, mounded habit and won't take over your garden like some perennials. Plant with confidence in borders knowing it will stay put.

What do the flowers look like and what colors can I expect?
  • Opening Act Pink-A-Dot produces clusters of bubblegum-pink flowers with deeper magenta eyes, creating a charming polka-dot effect. The fragrant blooms appear from early through mid-summer and will rebloom for extended color. Expect abundant flower clusters on this compact 2-3 foot plant.
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