LUMINARY® SUNSET CORAL GARDEN PHLOX

LUMINARY® SUNSET CORAL GARDEN PHLOX Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips

• Recommended Soil:
• Choose fertile, well-drained garden soil that retains moisture without becoming soggy.
• Mix compost into the planting area to improve soil structure and moisture retention.
• Slightly acidic to neutral soil suits this garden phlox; test before adjusting pH.
• Apply organic mulch around plants, keeping it clear of the crown.
• Sun Exposure:
• Provide at least six hours of direct sun for the strongest flowering.
• Part sun is tolerated, though heavier shade can reduce the flower display.
• Keep plants clear of dense tree canopies that compete for light and moisture.
• Choose a bright, open location where neighboring plants allow good air movement.
• Irrigation Needs:
• Water thoroughly after planting, then maintain even moisture while new roots establish.
• Check soil regularly during hot weather; established plants still need water in dry spells.
• Direct water toward the soil, keeping foliage dry whenever practical.
• Let rainfall guide your schedule, and avoid leaving the root zone waterlogged.
• Feeding & Nutrients:
• Top-dress with compost in spring to support soil health and steady growth.
• If needed, apply a balanced, slow-release perennial fertilizer in spring, following label rates.
• Repeat feeding during the growing season only as the fertilizer label recommends.
• Water after applying granular fertilizer, and avoid overfeeding plants already growing vigorously.
• Pruning & Maintenance:
• Snip off faded flower clusters to encourage repeat blooming and limit unwanted seedlings.
• Remove weak or crowded stems as needed to improve airflow through the clump.
• After fall dieback, cut dead stems close to the soil surface.
• Collect diseased leaves and spent foliage to reduce carryover problems the following season.

Family: Polemoniaceae · Common Name: Phlox

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• A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
• Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
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Interesting Notes About LUMINARY® SUNSET CORAL GARDEN PHLOX

• A Sunset with Famous Parents: Hans Hansen bred Sunset Coral in Zeeland, Michigan, from a 2013 cross of Coral Flame and Glamour Girl Garden Phlox. With a flame on one side of the family and glamour on the other, this sunset came by its flair honestly.
• Its Name Is Already in Lights: Luminary® Sunset Coral Garden Phlox was selected as Proven Winners' 2027 National Perennial of the Year. This garden sunset has earned a turn in the spotlight.
• A Little Greek Fire: The name phlox comes from an ancient Greek word meaning flame, a nod to the vivid flowers found throughout the group. Sunset Coral fits right into a family that has been carrying the torch for generations.
• An Extra Petal for Good Measure: Most Sunset Coral flowers have five petals, but its breeder documented an occasional flower with six. Look closely, and you might catch a bloom adding its own little flourish.
• Wild Roots, Garden Polish: Sunset Coral is a cultivated selection of garden phlox, a species native to parts of the eastern and central United States. Its family history reaches well beyond the flower border, even if this particular sunset began in a breeder's garden.