Position

Sun exposure:
Dappled shade, full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Position in border:
Middle

Soil

Clay / Heavy / Moist

Phlox are classic mid-border cottage garden plants, which flower between July and October. Phlox paniculata 'Cherry Pink' produces bright pink flowers from midsummer to mid-autumn. This long-flowering perennial is perfect for a mixed or herbaceous border in sun or partial shade.

For best results grow Phlox paniculata 'Cherry Pink' in a moist soil in sun or partial shade. Stake as they grow taller, particularly in exposed areas. Deadhead regularly to extend the flowering season, and divide clumps every three to four years.

Plant calendar

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Sowyesyes
Plantyesyes
Flowersyesyesyesyes
Divideyesyes

Phlox ‘Cherry pink’ and wildlife

Phlox ‘Cherry pink’ is known for attracting bees and butterflies/moths. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is known to attract Butterflies/​Moths
Butterflies/​Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators

Is Phlox ‘Cherry pink’ poisonous?

Phlox ‘Cherry pink’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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