phlox - cherry caramel
Phlox ‘Cherry Caramel’ is a truly unique and romantic variety, showcasing softly scented blooms in warm, vintage tones of creamy beige, blush pink, and cherry red. Each flower features a dark, eye-catching center that adds dramatic contrast and antique charm. Compact and bushy, this heirloom annual is ideal for borders, cottage gardens, containers, and cutting gardens. Blooming from midsummer into fall, ‘Cherry Caramel’ attracts butterflies and pollinators while providing continuous color and fragrance. A must-grow for those who love subtle elegance and something a little different. Packet includes approximately 50-60 seeds.
Phlox ‘Cherry Caramel’
Phlox drummondii
Sun:
• Full sun to partial shade
Height:
• 12–18 inches | 30–45 cm
Spread:
• 10–12 inches | 25–30 cm
Life Cycle:
• Annual
Sowing Method:
• Direct sow outdoors after last frost or start indoors 6–8 weeks early
Difficulty:
• Easy, tolerant of heat and light drought once established
Uses:
• Cottage gardens, cut flower gardens, borders, containers, pollinator gardens
Growing Zones:
• 3–10