Luminary Opalescence
Phlox paniculata 'Opalescence'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 30-32 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 5-10 years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2023 / 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Loamy, well-draining, organically rich |
| Soil pH | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Zones | 4-8 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Lanceolate (Long tapering tip) |
| Foliage colour | Dark green |
| Bloom | Light pink with dark pink eye |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, division |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Bees |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Echinacea, Hemerocallis, Leucanthemum |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Provide adequate spacing for air circulation.
Maintenance
Deadhead to prolong blooming.
Cleanup
Cut back to the ground in late autumn.
Notes
Opalescent light pink flowers feature a prominent dark pink eye.