
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Characteristics
Compact plants
Growth Habit
Bushy
Bloom Season
Spring to summer
Flavour Profile
N/A
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Flower seeds
Plant Type
Ornamental
Planting Season
Spring / Warm
Fruit Size
N/A
Plant Height
8–12 in (20–30 cm)
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
2–11
Container Garden
Suitable
Plant Spacing
8–10 in
Planting Depth
Surface sow
Growing Conditions
Full sun
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Red Drummond Phlox be planted along walkways and garden edges?
Can Red Drummond Phlox be planted along walkways and garden edges?
Yes. Its compact growth and colorful blooms make it a popular choice for borders, edging, and pathways in ornamental gardens.
Do Red Drummond Phlox flowers have a noticeable fragrance?
Do Red Drummond Phlox flowers have a noticeable fragrance?
Yes. The blooms are lightly fragrant, adding both color and a pleasant scent to outdoor garden spaces.
Can Red Drummond Phlox be grown with other annual flowers?
Can Red Drummond Phlox be grown with other annual flowers?
Yes. It combines well with many annual flowering plants, creating colorful mixed beds and seasonal landscape displays.
Will Red Drummond Phlox reseed naturally in the garden?
Will Red Drummond Phlox reseed naturally in the garden?
Under suitable growing conditions, mature plants may produce seeds that can self-sow for future seasons.
Does trimming faded blooms improve the plant's appearance?
Does trimming faded blooms improve the plant's appearance?
Yes. Removing spent flowers helps keep plants neat and may encourage continued blooming during the growing season.
Can Red Drummond Phlox attract hummingbirds?
Can Red Drummond Phlox attract hummingbirds?
Yes. Its nectar-rich flowers are known to attract hummingbirds, butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinators.