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Phlox drummondii 'Sugar Stars'

Also Known As

  • Sugar Stars Annual Phlox

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 18"
  • W: 10"

planting zones

  • 1-12

Phlox drummondii 'Sugar Stars' plant details

Phlox drummondii 'Sugar Stars' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer blue and cream flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox drummondii 'Sugar Stars'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 IN wide, 18 IN tall
Flowers: blue and cream blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, fragrant, long-blooming, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox drummondii 'Sugar Stars'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A gorgeous confection of a flower with large sprays of blooms held well above the foliage. This selection from our favorite Dutch breeder brings a new color, navy blue, into the lexicon of phlox. Grow in drifts for maximum flower power. Sow early spring, fall in the South.

Gardening facts about Phlox drummondii 'Sugar Stars' plant

How to Grow Phlox drummondii 'Sugar Stars'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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