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Starfire Phlox

Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire'

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Overview

The Bright Eyes Phlox (Phlox paniculata 'Starfire') is a vibrant perennial with clusters of fragrant, pink flowers with dark eyes that bloom from summer to early fall. It reaches 24-36 inches tall and spreads up to 24 inches, preferring full sun to partial shade. With medium moisture, well-drained soil, 'Starfire' excels at attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. Utilize in borders or as a stunning, colorful focal point. Zone 4-8 hardiness.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Starfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — pink flowers with dark eyes that bloom from summer to early fall
Starfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — The Bright Eyes Phlox (Phlox paniculata 'Starfire') is a vibrant perennial with clusters of fragrantStarfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — <br><br>One of the standout characteristics of the Starfire variety is its resistance to powdery mildewStarfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — deep green foliage remaining attractive throughout the growing season.<br><br>For a client's gardenStarfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — This cultivar is renowned for its vibrant clusters of pink flowers with a distinctive darker eyeStarfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — It reaches 24-36 inches tall and spreads up to 24 inches, preferring full sun to partial shadeStarfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — Bright Eyes Phlox thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 through 8+8

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Polemoniaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Starfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — pink flowers with dark eyes that bloom from summer to early fall
Starfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — The Bright Eyes Phlox (Phlox paniculata 'Starfire') is a vibrant perennial with clusters of fragrant
Starfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — <br><br>One of the standout characteristics of the Starfire variety is its resistance to powdery mildew
Starfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — deep green foliage remaining attractive throughout the growing season.<br><br>For a client's garden
Starfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — This cultivar is renowned for its vibrant clusters of pink flowers with a distinctive darker eye
Starfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — It reaches 24-36 inches tall and spreads up to 24 inches, preferring full sun to partial shade
Starfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — Bright Eyes Phlox thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 through 8
Starfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — Utilize in borders or as a stunning, colorful focal point
Starfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — a common affliction among Phlox species
Starfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — This resilience contributes to the plant's lush
Starfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — With medium moisture, well-drained soil, 'Starfire' excels at attracting butterflies and hummingbirds
Starfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — is a herbaceous perennial highly prized for both its visual appeal and ease of cultivation
Starfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — displaying its peak floral performance from mid to late summer
Starfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — scientifically named Phlox paniculata 'Starfire'
Starfire Phlox (Phlox Paniculata 'Starfire') — making it a superb choice for landscape designs
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