Luminary™ 'Opalescence' Phlox
Perennial
- Tall garden phlox with radiant blooms!
- Pollinators love this native phlox.
- Dark green foliage is resistant to powdery mildew.
- Easy to grow - perfect for beginners.
- Zones 3-8, sun/part sun, 32" tall x 28" wide at maturity.
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Patent #: PP33,295
Common name: Tall garden phlox
Zone: 3-8
Sun exposure: Sun (6+ hours sun), part-sun (4-6 hours sun)
Height x width: 30 - 32" x 24-28"
Flower color: Pink
Foliage color: Green
Season of Interest: Summer-fall
Bloom time: Midsummer, late summer
Features: Proven Winners, cold tolerant, best sellers, best for beginners
Uses: Accent, border, cottage gardening, edging, massing, small spaces
How to Grow
Light: Grows best in full sun (or partial shade in the South)
Water: Average -- tolerant of dry conditions once established, but blooms last longest and continue uninterrupted when not stressed by drought.
Spacing: 24 - 28"
Fertilizing: Little required; apply a granular garden fertilizer in early spring if desired.
Winterizing: No special care needed. Cut foliage in late fall to prevent powdery mildew and other fungal diseases from returning in spring.
Maintenance & Pruning: None required. Cut stems as desired for flower arrangements, removing no more than one-third of the plant at a time.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.
I’m so impressed with these plants. They arrived perfectly packed, I planted in full sun and wow, they took off. They grew quickly and are flowering after just a few weeks. I want more.
One month later, my plant is doing well. I am waiting for the blooming time
My plant arrived looking great! Is so pretty yet little small and still have give me beautiful flowers
More of a pale pink than I expected based on the pictures and ideas I've seen online, but maybe that's just because it's their first year. Hopefully they'll darken up a bit as they mature.
I very much regret making this purchase. I paid $45 (with shipping) for two very small plants with absolutely no trace of flowers blooming anytime soon. It was packaged well but definitely not what I was expecting for $45. I wish I would have went to a local nursery instead.
We’re sorry you’re not satisfied with your plants! On each product page and our plant sizes page, we note that all of our plants are young. The size of our plants varies depending on the time of year and whether they were recently trimmed. The most important thing when purchasing plants, online or in garden centers, is a full and robust root system, which we prioritize. Trimming only encourages stronger root development! All orders are covered by our 60-day guarantee, so please reach out to [email protected] to start the claims process if necessary.
My plants arrived healthy and in good condition. They are a fair size for one quart. The leaves are large and the plant is already tall. I cant wait to see it in full bloom.
Healthy plants with developed root system.
Super healthy plants. I planted immediately when they got here. Cant wait ti see the bloom.
So pretty, makes you look twice when in the garden! Healthy long blooming beauties. Still blooming now in Pennsylvania on October 11th. Love these!
Everything I ordered is thriving, very nice plants!!
Rabbits ate it
We're sorry that the rabbits enjoyed your plants before you could. Young plants are especially susceptible to damage, so we highly recommend protecting new plants in areas with high rabbit traffic. All orders are covered by our 60-day guarantee, so please send us your order number and pictures of your plants to start the claims process. We look forward to helping!
Very happy with the condition of the plants and the reasonable price.
I processed a claim today and ask for a replacement plant instead of a reimbursement. The lady on the phone said they usually do reimbursements but to include my request in the claim.
Our customer service team is on the job! We appreciate your feedback, and look forward to helping you with your claim!
I love this plant so much!
Growing well
Since I moved back to IN from CA, I always wait til the following Spring before I give 5 star reviews. The weather is ‘lil different here! 🙄😎
I am pleased with the good packing so the plants look so healthy upon arrival. I planted them and can't wait to see the pink blooms.
My new phlox is beautiful and was packaged well. It is already bloomimg/
Luminary™ 'Opalescence' Phlox
Luminary™ 'Opalescence' Phlox
Only 2 plants survived
Hello! We're sorry to hear that you had trouble with your plants. Please email pictures of the plant to [email protected], making sure to put your order number and name in the subject line so that we may provide the best assistance possible. Rest assured, we do have a 60-day guarantee on all of our plants. If you received your plants within that timeframe, we will be happy to apply your warranty once we receive the pictures. Happy Gardening!
Nice plants. All are growing well. I love the many shades of phlox. I love the ones I bought. I will buy from them again. Great service too.
Beautiful plants/blooms arrived in perfect shape. First time planting phlox and I just love time.
Plants arrived quickly. They were healthy and packaged well. They were planted several weeks ago and are blooming. I get a lot of compliments on them. I would purchase from this company again.
Can I plant these beautiful tall phlox in a container?
This plant can be grown in a container. You will need to winterize the container in a protected location away from the harsh elements. Here are our blogs for container planting.
https://blog.greatgardenplants.com/what-size-pots-should-i-use-for-container-plantings/
https://blog.greatgardenplants.com/5-easy-tips-for-protecting-your-potted-plants-this-winter/
Are these phlox evergreen in zone 7B?
No, phlox are not evergreen. Phlox go dormant in the winter and we recommend cutting foliage in late fall to prevent powdery mildew and other fungal diseases from returning in spring.
How often do they bloom
The Luminary™ 'Opalescence' Phlox typically blooms during the summer months. These plants are known for their radiant blooms that attract pollinators and have a season of interest in the summer, suggesting that is when you can expect them to flower.
Would Phlox be grown as a climbing flower around a trellis?
This phlox only grows to 32 inches high so it wouldn't make a good climbing plant. If you want to plant a climbing flower, check out our best selling vines and climbers here: https://www.greatgardenplants.com/collections/vines-climbers-best-sellers
When will these be shipped?
Thank you for contacting us. This plant is available and in stock to ship out this week. Please add the plant to your cart and proceed with checkout to select your ship date.