Opening Act White
Phlox hybrid 'Opening Act White'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 18-20 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 1000 |
| Life expectancy | 5-10 years |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Planted | 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Well-drained, moderately fertile |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 4-8 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Lanceolate (Long tapering tip) |
| Foliage colour | Green |
| Bloom | White |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Division, Stem cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Bees |
|---|---|
| Deer | Both |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | None |
| Companions | Echinacea, Leucanthemum, Salvia |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Provide good air circulation.
Maintenance
Shear back lightly after the first bloom to encourage reblooming.
Cleanup
Cut back to base in late fall.
Notes
Blooms earlier than standard tall phlox.