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Hardy perennial
Polemoniaceae
Perennials
Phlox 'Opening Act Pink a Dot'
Phlox
Phlox ‘Opening Act Pink a Dot’: 65 cm high and 90 cm wide, sun to partial shade. Pink, lavender flowers in June-August. Zone 4; choose soil compatible with its moisture needs.
- Exposure
- Sun to partial shade
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 4
Discover the plant
Common namePhlox 'Opening Act Pink a Dot'
FamilyPolemoniaceae
GenusPhlox
CultivarOpening Act Pink a Dot
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical namePhlox
With Phlox 'Opening Act Pink a Dot', the flowerbed welcomes a plant whose flowers display shades of pink and lavender. The foliage features green hues, to be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is June-August. Its size of 65 cm by 90 cm reserves it a place in the middle of the flowerbed and for group planting, without forgetting the space of its neighbors. A new wave of flowers is possible if the plant's vigor and seasonal conditions allow it.
In terms of cultivation, Phlox 'Opening Act Pink a Dot' appreciates full sun to partial shade; the recommended soil is well-drained garden soil, maintaining moderate humidity during establishment. Support the rooting of Phlox 'Opening Act Pink a Dot' with deep watering, then check the humidity before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. A margin corresponding to its spread of 90 cm avoids having to move the clump in the first seasons. The indicated hardiness level is zone 4, to be assessed according to your garden conditions.
To maintain the interest of Phlox 'Opening Act Pink a Dot' after flowering, remove diseased portions and avoid piling debris in the center of the clumps. Sufficient space between phlox helps the foliage to dry; direct water towards the soil rather than onto the leaves. For associations, consider perennial geraniums, echinaceas, campanulas in varieties with similar needs. Keep its 65 cm height in mind to place lower plants on the right side and allow the flowers to be visible during June-August.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
35.4 inches
Best planting time
Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing time for the roots to settle before the severe cold.
Propagation
Division of clumps; root cuttings; stem cuttings. Sowing does not guarantee the fidelity of a named cultivar.
Growing method
Phlox ‘Opening Act Pink a Dot’: Spring after the ground thaws or early fall, allowing the roots time to establish before the deep freeze. Support the root establishment of Phlox ‘Opening Act Pink a Dot’ with deep waterings, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Sufficient space between phlox helps the foliage to dry; direct water towards the soil rather than onto the leaves.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Soil pH
Acid to neutral to alkaline; general indication of the botanical group
Care level
Routine maintenance
Watering
Help Phlox 'Opening Act Pink a Dot' establish its roots with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust frequency based on 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 'Opening Act Pink a Dot': remove diseased portions and avoid piling debris in the center of the clumps. During its flowering period (June-August), also monitor for damaged stems and neighboring plants that might obscure the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
A stable and perforated container, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and to the adult development.
To try Phlox 'Opening Act Pink a Dot' in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future spread (90 cm). Water should 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.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
26 inches (66 cm)
Width / spread
3 feet (91.5 cm)
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Green
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Not documented for this selection
Bloom period
June-August
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Associations to consider for Phlox ‘Opening Act Pink a Dot’: perennial geraniums, coneflowers, bellflowers. Choose varieties that tolerate sun to partial shade and comparable moisture; allow each clump its mature space.
Plants to avoid
Around Phlox ‘Opening Act Pink a Dot’, above all, 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 ‘Opening Act Pink a Dot’?
Provide sun to partial shade and suitable soil (drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment). Sufficient spacing between phlox helps foliage dry; direct water to the soil rather than onto the leaves.
Where should I plant Phlox ‘Opening Act Pink a Dot’?
Expect a height of about 65 cm and a width of 90 cm at maturity. Approximately 90 cm between centers, to be adjusted according to the actual development of the clump. This size is suitable for use in the middle of a flowerbed and for group plantings.
When does Phlox ‘Opening Act Pink a Dot’ bloom?
The period indicated is June-August. The flower color palette is pink, lavender. The exact date and duration depend on climate, season, and plant establishment.
How to water and care for Phlox ‘Opening Act Pink a Dot’?
Help Phlox ‘Opening Act Pink a Dot’ establish by watering deeply, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Remove diseased portions and avoid piling debris in the center of the clumps.
Can Phlox 'Opening Act Pink a Dot' be grown in a pot?
To try Phlox ‘Opening Act Pink a Dot’ in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future spread (90 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than if it were planted in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
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