Featured Plants
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 | Clay, Loose, Well-drained |
| Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Features | Heat & Humidity Tolerant, Long Season of Bloom, Pollinator Friendly, Tolerates Clay Soil |
Plants in this EZ Scape™
SPRING BLING® Creeping Phlox (Phlox subulata)
Nativar • Pollinator Friendly • Low Maintenance
Height: 4-8″
Spread: 24-28″
Zones: (3)4-8
Primary Season of Interest: Spring
Care Tips: Gritty, neutral soils are preferred and good drainage is essential. Full sun is essential for performance.
Pardon My Bee Balm (Monarda didyma)
Pollinator Friendly • Deer Resistant • Summer Interest
Height: 14-18″
Spread: 22-28″
Zones: 4-8
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.
Firefly Yarrow (Achillea)
Excellent Leaf Texture • Pollinator Favorite • Attractive Seedheads
Height: 20-32″
Spread: 28-38″
Zones: 3-8
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.
LUMINARY® Tall Garden Phlox (Phlox paniculata)
Rebloomer • Pollinator Friendly • Nativar • Summer Interest
Height: 30-36″
Spread: 24-32″
Zones: 3-8
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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