100 Twinkle Tall Mix Phlox Seeds – Star-Shaped Annual Flowers for Garden
Twinkle Tall Mix Phlox is a delightful annual flower known for its star-shaped blooms in a cheerful mix of colors. This variety adds a playful, airy texture to garden beds, borders, and containers, and the flowers are also lovely for cutting. Easy to grow from seed, it brings quick color to summer gardens and attracts pollinators.
With its compact, bushy habit and abundant flowering, Twinkle Tall Mix Phlox is a versatile choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners. The mix typically includes shades of pink, purple, red, white, and blue, creating a colorful display throughout the season.
Plant Features
- Star-shaped, five-petaled flowers in a vibrant color mix
- Annual growth habit for seasonal color
- Compact, bushy plants reaching about 12-18 inches tall
- Long blooming period from early summer to frost
- Attracts butterflies and other pollinators
Growing Information
- Botanical Name: Phlox drummondii
- Plant Type: Annual
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
- Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
- Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
- Bloom Season: Summer to early fall
- Mature Height: 12-18 inches
- Spacing: 8-12 inches apart
Planting & Care
Sow Twinkle Tall Mix Phlox seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface; they need light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Germination typically occurs in 10-21 days at temperatures around 65-70°F (18-21°C).
Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, thin or transplant them to their final spacing. Water regularly, especially during dry spells, and apply a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks to encourage continuous blooming. Deadhead spent flowers to prolong the flowering season. Twinkle Tall Mix Phlox is generally low-maintenance and resistant to deer and rabbits.
What's Included
100 Twinkle Tall Mix Phlox seeds.