Phlox 'Blushing Bride' Seeds
Phlox Drummondii Grandiflora Blushing Bride
Delicate, charmingly hued phlox
Phlox ‘Blushing Bride,’ a proud member of the Phlox drummondii family, stands out as a beloved container plant and a highly valued cut flower. The Phlox blooms are a delicate dance of white intermingled with pink hues, evolving to a soft, light red as they mature. While their stems may be fragile, a tight planting guarantees self-support.
Approx 20 seeds
- Most Light Conditions
- Pollinator-Friendly
- Pot Fans
- Fuss Free
Phlox 'Blushing Bride' Seeds – Quick Growing Guide
Phlox 'Blushing Bride' seeds produce charming pink flowers ideal for brightening borders and attracting pollinators. Sow from March to September, with germination in 7–14 days. These easy-care plants thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, perfect for cut flowers and garden displays.
How to Sow, Grow and Harvest Phlox 'Blushing Bride' Seeds
- Sow:March–September, direct or in pots
- Germination:7–14 days
- Grow:Full sun, well-drained soil, space 15–20cm apart
- Water:Keep soil moist but not waterlogged
- Harvest:Cut flowers when buds just start to open
- Best for:Pots, beds, windowsills
A charming member of the Phlox drummondii family, 'Blushing Bride' is prized for its beautiful, softly coloured flowers. These blooms brighten gardens and bouquets alike. Though stems are slender, planting seeds close together helps the plants support each other naturally. Perfect for garden beds, pots or as cut flowers, they attract pollinators and thrive in full sun.
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How to Grow
Phlox 'Blushing Bride' seeds can be sown indoors from February to May to get an early start or direct sown outdoors once the risk of frost has passed. They thrive best in full sun and prefer well-drained soil, making them ideal for window boxes, terraces, containers, and garden beds.
Sowing
Sow the seeds closely on the soil surface and cover lightly to encourage germination, which is promoted by maintaining a warm environment typically found indoors during early spring.
Growing
Once seedlings emerge, thin them to allow natural stem support and space plants adequately within a 25 cm pot or garden area to accommodate their growth. This helps maintain healthy development of the soft pink and white cut flowers characteristic of Phlox 'Blushing Bride'.
Plant care
Keep the soil evenly moist during the growing months from June to October, watering regularly without waterlogging. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming and maintain plant tidiness, ensuring a prolonged display of these pollinator-friendly flowers.
About Phlox 'Blushing Bride'
Pollinator-friendly, ideal for containers, excellent cut flowers, thrives in full sun
- Most Light Conditions
- Pollinator-Friendly
- Pot Fans
- Fuss Free
History of Phlox 'Blushing Bride'
Phlox flowers represent harmony and partnership. Traditionally, giving phlox symbolised a marriage proposal, while wearing them conveyed wishes for sweet dreams.
| Other Names | Fall phlox, Garden phlox, Perennial phlox, Summer phlox, and Panicled phlox |
|---|---|
| Pet/Baby Safe | Non-toxic |
FAQs
They are annuals, best grown from seed each year.
Sow indoors early spring or direct outside after frost.
Yes, they are excellent for bees and butterflies.