Botanical profile

Phlox 'Luminous Opalescence'

Latin name
Phlox Luminary™ 'Opalescence'
Common name
Phlox paniculate Luminary™ 'Opalescence'
Type
Perennial
Family
Polemoniaceae

This variety has been shown, after extensive testing, to have excellent disease resistance. Its light pink flowers with a dark pink center grow above the very dark, glossy green foliage and are a real eye-catcher in the garden in summer, when other perennials tend to decline.

Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Hummingbirds
Flowers that attract hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Soil type
Well drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
July-August
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Green
Shape
Erected
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
32 inches (81.5 cm)
Width
28 inches (71 cm)
Growth rate
Fast

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.