Photo of Phlox paniculata 'Eva Cullum' flower by Summersweet Gardens at Perennial Pleasures

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Phlox paniculata 'Eva Cullum'

Also Known As

  • Eva Cullum Tall Garden Phlox

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 24"-44"
  • W: 24"-30"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

Phlox paniculata 'Eva Cullum' plant details

Phlox paniculata 'Eva Cullum' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox paniculata 'Eva Cullum'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 30 IN - wide, 24 IN - 44 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant, mildew-resistant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox paniculata 'Eva Cullum'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A fairly recent cultivar with great mildew resistance. The flowers are solid medium rose-pink, with a distinctly darker eye zone, and the plant has a stocky and compact habit. Dark stems enliven the overall appearance. Introduced by Alan Bloom in 1978, it is also a parent of Phlox 'Shortwood'.

Gardening facts about Phlox paniculata 'Eva Cullum' plant

How to Grow Phlox paniculata 'Eva Cullum'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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