Seasonal Progression

The background species of this recipe have roots in the Northeast, making the perennials in this mix well adapted to the region. Spring will see a carpet of blooms from the SPRING BLING® Creeping Phlox brighten up the landscape. The middle of the summer will see a medley of Pardon Bee Balm and Firefly Yarrow blooming, holding their form to create attractive seedheads. LUMINARY® Tall Garden Phlox will carry the garden through late summer with brightly colored blooms on large flower panicles. The LUMINARY® Phlox will provide additional interest with rebloom going into fall.

Environmental Requirements

Light: Full Sun
Moisture: Moderate
Soil: Adaptable from loose, well-drained soils, to heavy clay
Zones: 4-8
Features: Pollinator Friendly, Heat & Humidity Tolerant, Long Season of Bloom, Tolerates Clay Soil

Phlox subulata SPRING BLING® 'Pink Sparkles' 

 

SPRING BLING® Creeping Phlox (Phlox subulata)

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Nativar • Pollinator Friendly • Low Maintenance
Height: 4-8"
Spread: 24-28"
Zones: (3)4-8
Plant Ratio: 1
Primary Season of Interest: Spring
Care Tips: Gritty, neutral soils are preferred and good drainage is essential. Full sun is essential for performance.

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Monarda didyma 'Pardon My Rose' 

 

Pardon My Bee Balm (Monarda didyma)

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Pollinator Friendly • Deer Resistant • Summer Interest
Height: 14-18"
Spread: 22-28"
Zones: 4-8
Plant Ratio: 1
Primary Season of Interest: Summer
Secondary Season of Interest:Fall (Seedheads)
Care Tips: Prefers rich, moist soil and full sun but also grows well in ordinary garden soil and part shade. This hardy selection is mildew resistant.

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Achillea 'Firefly Fuchsia' 

 

Firefly Yarrow (Achillea)

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Excellent Leaf Texture • Pollinator Favorite • Attractive Seedheads
Height: 20-32"
Spread: 28-38"
Zones: 3-8
Plant Ratio: 1
Primary Season of Interest: Summer
Secondary Season of Interest: Spring (Foliage) and Fall (Seedheads)
Care Tips: Easy to grow in full sun and well-drained soil. Avoid planting in rich soil. Once flowers have faded, cut plant back by half.

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Phlox paniculata LUMINARY® 'Backlight' 

 

LUMINARY® Tall Garden Phlox (Phlox paniculata)

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Rebloomer • Pollinator Friendly • Nativar • Summer Interest
Height: 30-36"
Spread: 24-32"
Zones: 3-8
Plant Ratio: 1
Primary Season of Interest: Summer
Secondary Season of Interest: Fall (Rebloom)
Care Tips: Grows best in consistently moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Thrives with regular fertilization. Provide good air circulation.

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