Opening Act Pink - a - Dot Hybrid Phlox
Phlox hybrid PP 31,732
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
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Your order is protected by our compliance system that:
- Prevents restricted plants from shipping to your state
- Ensures plants meet your state's agricultural requirements
- Protects gardens from invasive pests and diseases
Plant Profile & Growing Essentials
Cold hardy, Disease resistant, Flowering, Reblooming, Heat Tolerant, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts pollinators, and Container Friendly
Specifications
Specifications
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Growth RateModerate
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Pollinator FriendlyYes
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Bloom PeriodEarly Summer, Late Summer
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FragrantYes
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Does Not Ship ToAK, HI, ID, MT
Planting & Care Instructions
Planting & Care Instructions
Growing Zones 4-8
Pretty in pink with a polka-dot twist - meet Opening Act Pink-A-Dot Hybrid Phlox PP#31,732 (Phlox hybrid 'Opening Act Pink-a-Dot')! This dazzling perennial produces clusters of bubblegum-pink flowers sprinkled with deeper magenta eyes, creating a lively dotted effect from early summer through mid-summer. Fragrant, mildew-resistant, and reblooming, this smaller Phlox is a garden favorite for both pollinators and cut flower lovers.
As a hybrid, this vigorous variety brings together the best of its parentage - compact, dense growth paired with extended flowering. Its lance-shaped green foliage stays attractive even when not in bloom, giving your borders and beds a lush, tidy appearance. Expect a graceful, mounded habit reaching 2-3 feet tall and wide, making it a superb mid-border anchor or mass planting selection.
Native Phlox species hail from North America, and over centuries, breeders have carefully cultivated hybrids like this one for their superior bloom power and disease resistance. Belonging to the Polemoniaceae family, this relative of Jacob's Ladder and Polemonium brings an extra splash of charm to any cottage garden, pollinator patch, or cutting garden.
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Key Features
- Reblooming hybrid Phlox with pink flowers and darker eyes
- Early summer blooms, fragrant and long-lasting
- Compact, mounded habit with healthy green foliage
- Mildew-resistant and pollinator-friendly
- Excellent for cut flowers and borders
Landscaping Uses
Opening Act Pink-A-Dot Phlox is a cheerful garden workhorse, sized just right for garden beds of all sizes, and is great for containers.
- Mid-border perennial accent
- Cottage gardens and pollinator patches
- Mass plantings for colorful summer drifts
- Containers and patio planters
- Cut flower arrangements
Care & Maintenance
Hardy in USDA zones 4 - 8, Opening Act Pink-A-Dot is an herbaceous perennial with reliable performance year after year. It is low-maintenance, mildew-resistant, and enjoys sunny sites with good drainage.
- Planting Time - Best planted in spring or fall
- Sun Requirements - Full sun to partial sun (at least 6 hours daily for best blooms)
- Soil Requirements - Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil; tolerates loam, sandy, or light clay with good drainage
- Moisture Needs - Moderate moisture; use the Finger Test to check soil; water regularly the first year for strong roots
- Mulch - Apply a 3-4 inch layer of Arborist Mulch to conserve moisture and regulate soil temps
- Fertilization Needs - Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer or compost in spring for healthy growth
- Pruning Info - Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming (especially Phlox varieties); cut back stems after frost for winter cleanup
- Division Info - Divide clumps every 3-4 years in early spring or fall to maintain vigor
- Special Perks - Resistant to mildew
Don't forget to order your Nature Hills Root Booster for lifelong mycorrhizal symbiotic root support.
Pink-A-Dot Perfection Awaits!
With its playful dotted blooms, strong reblooming power, and dependable garden performance, Opening Act Pink-A-Dot Phlox is the ultimate pick for cheerful summer color. Order your Proven Winners® Opening Act Pink-A-Dot Dwarf Phlox today from NatureHills.com and start enjoying its lively blooms this season!
