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

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Phlox paniculata 'Newbird'

Also Known As

  • Newbird Tall Garden Phlox

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 44"-48"
  • W: 24"-60"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

Phlox paniculata 'Newbird' plant details

Phlox paniculata 'Newbird' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts 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 'Newbird'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Mature size: 24 IN - 60 IN - wide, 44 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant, mildew-resistant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox paniculata 'Newbird'

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

One of the earliest phlox paniculata to bloom, bearing big florets of brilliant Schiaparelli pink, a memorable shade of bright carmine-pink. The eye is only slightly deeper than the body of the petal. Well worth having in any border for the bright and early bloom.

Gardening facts about Phlox paniculata 'Newbird' plant

How to Grow Phlox paniculata 'Newbird'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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