Phlox drummondii Brilliant seeds - Annual Phlox
Phlox drummondii Brilliant seeds - Annual Phlox
Phlox drummondii Brilliant
Annual Phlox, Drummond Phlox
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Description
Phlox drummondii 'Brilliant' is an annual variety, prized for its abundant and colourful flowering, which brings life to the garden or terrace throughout the summer. This plant is ideal for adding touches of bright pink in flower beds, borders or planters. In a cottage garden or in a flower pot, this Phlox is essential for creating floral compositions all summer long.
Phlox drummondii belongs to the Polemoniaceae family, its origins can be found in the meadows and open areas of the southern United States, particularly in Texas. The 'Brilliant' cultivar, introduced in the early 20th century, stands out for its star-shaped flowers of 2 to 3 cm in diameter, in a bright pink with a darker centre. This plant germinates, flowers, produces seeds and then dies within a few months. It generally measures 30 to 45 cm in height and has lanceolate dark green leaves. Its compact and slightly spreading habit allows it to integrate well into flower beds. The fragrant and generous flowering begins in May-June and continues throughout the summer, even extending into autumn under favourable conditions. It produces fruits in the form of small capsules containing the seeds. Resistant to heat, this plant prefers well-drained soil and regular watering in case of prolonged drought.
Phlox drummondii Brilliant works well in colourful borders, planters or even in moist rockeries. It pairs well with Gaillardia pulchella 'Razzle Dazzle' for a rustic effect, Coreopsis tinctoria for a striking yellow contrast, Zinnias 'Zinderella' in pink tones, or even with Cosmos 'Sensation Picotee' for a natural and airy look. Placed in groups, this Phlox provides a magnificent mass effect that attracts pollinators while creating a colourful and long-lasting floral carpet.
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Botanical data
Phlox
drummondii
Brilliant
Polemoniaceae
Annual Phlox, Drummond Phlox
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Phlox Drummondii 'Brilliant' seeds are best sown under cover in a seed tray from February to March. Ideally, a temperature of 18-20°C should be maintained for rapid germination, but the seeds can germinate as soon as temperatures range between 13 and 15°C.
Just cover the seeds with a thin layer of compost (1 to 2 mm) kept slightly moist and place in the sun (essential for germination). They will sprout between 10 and 21 days. When the young plants are large enough to be moved and the frost period is over, you can plant them out. Choose a well-drained soil, preferably rich and in a sunny location.
Sometimes not tolerating transplanting very well, it is also possible to sow them directly in place from April to May. Sow by loosening the soil surface. Place one seed every 10/15 cm.
Cultivation:
Drummond Phlox prefer light, fertile, moist, well-drained soils and a sunny exposure. They are susceptible to powdery mildew, so you can apply a preventive treatment and make sure not to water the foliage. Protect young plants from slugs.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.