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Hardy perennial
Polemoniaceae
Perennials
Phlox 'Party Girl'
Phlox
Phlox ‘Party Girl’: 80 cm tall and 80 cm spread, full sun. Lavender and white flowers in July-August. Zone 3; choose soil compatible with its moisture needs.
- Exposure
- Sun
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 3
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Common namePhlox 'Party Girl'
FamilyPolemoniaceae
GenusPhlox
CultivarParty Girl
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical namePhlox
Phlox ‘Party Girl’, known in the garden as Phlox ‘Party Girl’, combines lavender and white blooms with a size that's easy to place in a composition. The foliage has shades of green, to be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is July-August. At maturity, expect 80 cm in height and 80 cm in width, which suggests its use in the middle of a flowerbed and in group plantings.
The success of Phlox ‘Party Girl’ begins with its location: full sun, in suitable soil (drained garden soil, maintaining moderate moisture during establishment). Support the rooting of Phlox ‘Party Girl’ with deep waterings, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Keep 80 cm as a general spacing between plants; this helps preserve their shape and access for care. The indicated hardiness zone is 3, to be assessed according to your garden's conditions.
In a planting of Phlox ‘Party Girl’, remove diseased portions and avoid piling debris in the center of the clumps. Sufficient space between phlox helps the foliage dry; direct water to the soil rather than on the leaves. For companion planting, consider campanulas, perennial geraniums, and echinaceas in varieties with similar needs. By composing around its 80 cm by 80 cm size, you will preserve the visibility of its blooms (July-August) and the circulation between plants.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
31.5 in
Best planting time
Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots to establish before the severe cold sets in.
Propagation
Division of clumps; root cuttings; stem cuttings. Sowing does not guarantee the fidelity of a named cultivar.
Growing method
Phlox 'Party Girl': Spring after the thaw or early fall, allowing the roots time to establish before the deep cold. Support the rooting of Phlox 'Party Girl' with deep watering, then monitor the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily applications on already moist soil. Sufficient space between phlox helps the foliage dry; direct water to the soil rather than on the leaves.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Soil pH
Acid to neutral to alkaline; general indication of botanical group
Care level
Routine maintenance
Watering
Accompany the establishment of Phlox ‘Party Girl’ with deep watering, then check moisture levels before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil.
Soil type
Drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during installation
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Moderate humidity; water according to the actual state of the root ball
Seasonal care
Phlox ‘Party Girl’: remove diseased portions and avoid piling debris in the center of the clumps. During its flowering period (July-August), also monitor for damaged stems and neighboring plants that might overshadow the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
A stable, pierced container, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and to the adult development.
To try Phlox 'Party Girl' in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (80 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the soil more often than you would for plants in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
32 inches (81.5 cm)
Width / spread
32 inches (81.5 cm)
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Green
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Undocumented for this selection
Bloom period
July-August
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Associations to consider for Phlox ‘Party Girl’: campanulas, perennial geraniums, echinaceas. Choose varieties that tolerate sun and comparable moisture; allow each clump its mature space.
Plants to avoid
Around Phlox ‘Party Girl’, you should especially avoid neighbors that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Compatibility of light, water, and spread takes precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Where to plant Phlox 'Party Girl'?
Ensure sun and appropriate soil (well-drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment). Sufficient spacing between phlox helps foliage dry; direct water towards the soil rather than onto the leaves.
Where should Phlox 'Party Girl' be planted?
Expect a height and width of approximately 80 cm at maturity. Space plants about 80 cm apart, adjusting for actual clump development. This size is suitable for mid-border placement and group plantings.
When does Phlox 'Party Girl' bloom?
The period indicated is July-August. The flower palette is lavender, white. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, season, and plant establishment.
How to water and care for Phlox 'Party Girl'?
Support the establishment of Phlox ‘Party Girl’ with deep watering, then check moisture levels before watering again. Adjust frequency based on rain and heat; avoid small daily applications on already moist soil. Remove diseased parts and avoid piling debris in the center of the clumps.
Can Phlox 'Party Girl' be grown in a pot?
To try Phlox 'Party Girl' in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (80 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
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