cultivar

Annual Phlox Cherry Caramel

Phlox drummondii 'Cherry Caramel'

Prefers light well-drained soil in full sun. Fragrant blooms. Wonderful cut flower. Continue to deadhead for prolonged bloom

Family: Polemoniaceae
Height: 16–20 in
Width: 6–12 in
Spacing: 8–8 in

CharacteristicFragrant

ExposureFull Sun · Partial Shade

Garden UseBeds and Borders · Containers · Cut Flowers

Plant TypeAnnual

Soil DrainageWell-Drained

Water NeedAverage

Wildlife ValueAttracts Butterflies · Attracts Hummingbirds

About this plant

Clusters of dainty, caramel-colored blooms with dark cherry centers combine to create an antique appearance, reminiscent of the Victorian era. This is a must-have for floral arrangements and also a great addition to a garden border. Annual flowering phlox is easy to grow, fast to flower, and produces abundant, highly fragrant flowers—the scent resembles lilac combined with melon.

Care

Continue to deadhead for prolonged bloom

Seasonality

FlowerMay–July

Species profile lists bloom May-July; cultivar timing may vary.