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Features
Family
Polemoniaceae
Native
Texas
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Bloom Season
Summer to Frost
About Phlox
Phlox drummondii
1" flowers in clusters in shades of caramel, brown-yellow with cherry red centers.
Planting Phlox
Plant Spacing
A group of 3 seeds every 8"- 12"
Light Required
Full sun to part shade. In hot summer areas, bloom period can be prolonged with afternoon shade.
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Planting Depth
1/8"
Planting Details
| Seed Depth | 1/8" |
|---|---|
| Seed Spacing | A group of 3 seeds every 8"- 12" |
| Thinning | When 2 sets of leaves, thin to 1 every 8"-12" |
| Germination | 10-21 days |
| Start Indoors | 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Sow in biodegradable pots; roots sensitive to disturbance. |
| Direct Sow | RECOMMENDED. 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date. Mild climates: Fall sowing recommended. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 50°-60°F. |
| Special Sowing | Darkness aids germination; sow at recommended depth. |
| Special Care | Pinching the top growth off plants when they have 4 to 5 sets of leaves will promote bushiness. |
| Growing & Harvesting | For longest vase-life, harvest flowers in the morning. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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5 reviews
- Audrey L.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars4/18/26Germinated no issue
No problems germinating.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - salsabilaVerified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 stars2/28/26gorgeous phlox
this flower is so easy to grow.... this is my first time to grow phlox... it is so easy and adorable... what I like the most about this flower, is the fact that it has gorgeous fragnance like the cloth softner ... really i love, and next year i will grow more of it...
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests3/10/26Hey salsabila,
We're so thrilled to hear your first phlox growing experience was such a success! It's wonderful that our Cherry Caramel Phlox Seeds were so easy to grow and gave you those adorable flowers. We absolutely love your description of the gorgeous fragrance being like fabric softener - that sweet scent really is one of the most delightful things about phlox! It sounds like you've discovered a new favorite flower, and we're excited that you're already planning to grow even more next year. Thank you for choosing us and for sharing this beautiful review with us. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Cheryl S.Verified BuyerRated 3 out of 5 stars10/27/25No germination
I believe I planted these correctly and kept them moist. When I went back and looked at the reviews. I saw one that said she pre germinated the seeds. in a moist paper towel , placing in a ziplock bag and kept in a cool and dark place. I wish I would have read this before. I will try again and use this method for hopefully better success.
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerBIBotanical Interests10/29/25Hey Cheryl,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- T.P.Rated 5 out of 5 stars10/13/25Very pretty
Was able to germinate most of the seeds by placing them in a moist paper towel in a ziplock bag and placing the bag in a dark cabinet for a few days until sprouts appeared, the flower turns more vibrant the cooler it gets, zone 7b clay soil
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerBIBotanical Interests10/13/25Hey T.P.,
Thank you so much for this fantastic 5-star review! "Very pretty" and that brilliant germination technique is exactly what we love to hear about Cherry Caramel Phlox Seeds - your paper towel method sounds like it delivered amazing results!
We absolutely love that you discovered how the flowers get more vibrant as temperatures cool down! There's something so magical about how Cherry Caramel Phlox responds to those seasonal changes, rewarding gardeners with increasingly rich and stunning colors as fall approaches. Your zone 7b experience with clay soil is such valuable insight that shows just how adaptable and beautiful these flowers can be in different growing conditions.
Your germination success using the moist paper towel and ziplock bag technique is absolutely brilliant! That method really gives you that perfect control over moisture and darkness that phlox seeds love for sprouting. The fact that you were able to germinate most of the seeds just shows what dedicated gardening know-how can achieve with quality seeds.
Your experience will be so inspiring for other gardeners who want to try that reliable germination method and discover just how rewarding and increasingly vibrant Cherry Caramel Phlox can be as the seasons change, especially those dealing with clay soil conditions!
Keep on growing 🌻️
- Kate M.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars3/4/255 Stars
I’m very happy with the cherry phlox seeds. They are by reputation difficult for germination, but I had no problems with mine.