Phlox 'Famous Coral'

Description and Characteristics

Phlox ‘Famous Coral’ is a vibrant and compact hybrid garden phlox, known for its eye-catching coral-pink blooms, tidy growth habit, and long flowering season. It is part of the Phlox paniculata or hybrid phlox groups developed for improved mildew resistance, dwarf size, and container suitability.

The richly coloured flowers feature warm coral to peach-pink tones, often with a subtle central eye and flared petals. These blooms appear in large clusters (panicles) atop upright stems, covering the plant from late spring through summer, and sometimes into early autumn with deadheading.

‘Famous Coral’ typically grows to a height of 30–40 cm with a spread of 25–35 cm, forming a dense, bushy clump of lance-shaped green foliage. This makes it ideal for front-of-border planting, edging, containers, or even mass bedding displays.

• Coral to salmon-pink flowers in rounded, showy panicles

• Height: 30–40 cm; Spread: 25–35 cm

• Flowering period: June to September

• Compact, clump-forming perennial with a neat, upright habit

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Suitable for patios, borders, and low-maintenance gardens

Growing Conditions and Maintenance

Phlox ‘Famous Coral’ is a low-maintenance, sun-loving perennial that flourishes in well-drained, fertile soil. It is valued for being compact and mildew-resistant, making it easy to manage in a wide range of garden settings.

• Light Requirements:

  • Prefers full sun for best flowering and compact growth

  • Tolerates partial shade, but may produce fewer blooms

• Soil Preferences:

  • Grows well in moist, fertile, well-drained soil

  • Avoid overly dry or sandy conditions without added organic matter

  • Tolerates a wide pH range, ideally neutral to slightly alkaline

• Watering Needs:

  • Keep soil consistently moist during flowering

  • Water at the base to avoid wetting foliage, reducing mildew risk

  • Mulch in spring to conserve moisture and regulate temperature

• Feeding:

  • Apply a balanced fertiliser in early spring to support growth

  • Light feeding mid-season helps prolong blooming in containers or borders

• Deadheading and Pruning:

  • Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering

  • Light pruning can help rejuvenate foliage and extend the bloom season

  • Cut back to the base in late autumn or early spring

• Winter Care:

  • Hardy in Zones 4–9 (RHS H5–H7)

  • In colder regions, apply a mulch in late autumn to protect the crown

  • In containers, move to a sheltered area or insulate pots during frost

Garden Uses, Companion Plants, and Pollinator Value

Phlox ‘Famous Coral’ offers a compact burst of bright colour with strong pollinator appeal and versatile garden uses, making it a standout performer in both traditional and contemporary settings.

• Design Applications:

  • Ideal for front-of-border planting, containers, low edging, and mass bedding

  • Perfect for patio displays, balcony pots, and courtyard gardens

  • Suitable for cottage-style, wildlife-friendly, and pollinator-focused planting schemes

• Companion Plants:

  • Pairs beautifully with Salvia nemorosa, Coreopsis, Echinacea, Rudbeckia, Dianthus, and Nepeta

  • Contrasts nicely with silver-leaved plants like Artemisia or Stachys

  • Combines well with lavender, ornamental grasses, and other compact summer perennials

• Pollinator Benefits:

  • Produces nectar-rich flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and hoverflies

  • Extended blooming supports pollinators over the full summer period

  • Valuable component in wildlife corridors and sustainable borders

• Container Use:

  • Excellent in terracotta pots, raised beds, troughs, and balcony planters

  • Use peat-free, free-draining compost with added organic matter

  • Position in full sun, water and feed regularly for continuous flowering

• Pest and Disease Resistance:

  • Selected for strong mildew resistance, a common phlox issue

  • Watch for aphids or spider mites in very dry conditions—treat promptly

  • Maintain airflow and avoid overcrowding

• Size
  2L

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