Product Description
Phlox paniculata 'Glamour Girl' PP25778 (25) Bare Root Plants
GARDEN GIRLS® Collection
Common Name: Tall Garden Phlox
This long-legged beauty stands tall, proudly showing off large panicles of hot coral pink flowers held on dark purple stems. The oldest flowers in the panicles are a beautiful shade of light coral pink.
‘Glamour Girl’ maintains bright green, healthy looking foliage on strong stems all summer, putting on a flower show in mid through late summer. This variety powers through hot, humid summers with ease and is one of our most powdery mildew resistant cultivars.
These perennials are a favorite of gardeners around the world and a staple of North American native gardens. Be sure to locate these plants in full sun for the best flowering performance and to help avoid powdery mildew concerns. A favorite of pollinators.
Phlox is unequaled for its showy blooms over a long period in summer. Though it is one of the most popular perennials available, it does require some maintenance to sustain its health and vigor.
Phlox grows best in rich, moist soil in full sun. It will thrive with fertilizing every other month and consistant moisture levels. Overhead watering should be avoided since some varieties of Phlox are susceptible to powdery mildew. This can be avoided or diminished by providing ample air circulation around the plants and by thinning them out periodically. Deadheading will prolong bloom time and prevent self-seeding.
Colorado State University "Top Performer" Perennial -- 2016
Height: 32.0 Inches
Spread: 18.0-24.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8
Flower Color: Pink shades
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun to Part Shade
Average Water Needs
Average to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Midsummer - Late Summer
Rebloomer, Long Blooming
Attracts Butterflies and Hummingbirds
Bee Friendly
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Cut Flower, Cut Foliage, Fragrant Flowers, Mass Planting
Phlox paniculata 'Glamour Girl' is a cultivar of garden phlox that is prized for its vibrant coral-pink flowers, mildew resistance, and long blooming season. It is a popular choice for gardeners of all skill levels, as it is relatively easy to grow and maintain .
Characteristics and Growing Requirements
Phlox paniculata 'Glamour Girl' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial that typically grows to be about 2–3 feet tall and 18–24 inches wide . It has large panicles of fragrant, coral-pink flowers with dark purple stems that bloom for weeks from mid to late summer . The oldest flowers on the plant are a shade of light pink . The flowers are rich in nectar and attract bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies . The foliage is bright green and mildew resistant . This cultivar was bred by Walters Gardens, Inc. and introduced in 2014 . It is a semi-dwarf plant with lance-shaped leaves . It has terminal whorls of two-lipped, 2 1/2-inch-long, vibrant magenta purple flowers that form a dome of bright color in midsummer .
This Phlox paniculata 'Glamour Girl' has above-average resistance to powdery mildew and a non-aggressive habit . It was selected for its compact mounding form and gentle spreading habit . In early summer, the fragrant foliage is covered with textural 2-inch magenta flowers that attract all kinds of pollinators .
Phlox paniculata 'Glamour Girl' prefers full sun to very light shade and enjoys moderately fertile, medium moisture, well-drained soils . It needs good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew . Avoid overhead watering and add summer mulch to keep the root area cool . It tolerates clay soil and is a good choice for beginners . The best time to plant in zones 3 and 4 is early to mid-May . This plant can be planted under black oak trees .
To care for Phlox paniculata 'Glamour Girl', deadhead spent flowers to preserve a neat appearance and promote new blooms . Cut back stems after flowering is over . Propagate by division in spring or autumn .
Native Habitat and Range
Phlox paniculata is native to the eastern United States . It is hardy in USDA Zones 3–8 .
Potential Uses and Benefits
Phlox paniculata 'Glamour Girl' is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of settings. It is an excellent choice for perennial borders, cottage gardens, and mass plantings . It can also be grown in containers . The flowers make excellent fresh-cut flowers . It is also a good choice for rain gardens .
In addition to its beauty, Phlox paniculata 'Glamour Girl' offers a number of benefits to gardeners. It is deer and rabbit resistant . It attracts pollinators, such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds . It is also relatively low maintenance . The flowers are edible .
Phlox paniculata 'Glamour Girl' has been used medicinally to treat an upset stomach, coughs, and headaches . It has also been used medicinally for digestive problems and fevers . The leaves have been used as a balm for bee stings and to make a pleasant tea . It has been used to make potpourri or herbal wreaths and to flavor teas . The foliage of Monarda 'Grape Gumball' will release a spicy fragrance when crushed and can be used to make herbal tea .
Companion Plants
Phlox paniculata 'Glamour Girl' can be planted with a variety of companion plants. Some good choices include:
- Astilbe
- Black Oak Trees
- Coneflowers
- Shasta Daisies
Phlox paniculata 'Glamour Girl' is a beautiful and beneficial plant that is a great choice for gardeners of all skill levels. It is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to grow and has above-average resistance to powdery mildew, which is a common problem with garden phlox . It has a long blooming season, with fragrant, coral-pink flowers that bloom for weeks from mid to late summer . This cultivar is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of settings, including perennial borders, cottage gardens, mass plantings, and containers . It is also a good choice for attracting pollinators to the garden . With its vibrant flowers, mildew resistance, and ease of care, Phlox paniculata 'Glamour Girl' is a wonderful addition to any garden.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
