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Hardy perennial
Polemoniaceae
Perennials
Phlox 'Opening Act Ultrapink'
Phlox
Phlox ‘Opening Act Ultrapink’: 70 cm high and 90 cm wide, sun to partial shade. Pink 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 Ultrapink'
FamilyPolemoniaceae
GenusPhlox
CultivarOpening Act Ultrapink
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical namePhlox
Phlox ‘Opening Act Ultrapink’ (Phlox ‘Opening Act Ultrapink’) brings a pink palette to the garden. Among its distinctive details: fragrant flowers. The foliage has shades of green, to be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is June-August. Its size of 70 cm by 90 cm reserves it a place in the middle of flowerbeds and group plantings, without forgetting the space for neighboring plants.
Soil choice is essential for Phlox ‘Opening Act Ultrapink’: well-drained garden soil, maintaining moderate moisture during establishment. The preferred exposure is full sun to partial shade. Support the rooting of Phlox ‘Opening Act Ultrapink’ with deep waterings, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rain and heat; avoid small daily applications on already moist soil. Keep 90 cm as a general spacing between plants; this helps preserve their shape and access for care. The indicated hardiness zone is 4, to be assessed according to your garden's conditions.
Throughout the seasons, Phlox ‘Opening Act Ultrapink’ benefits from timely care: 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 coneflowers, daylilies, perennial geraniums in varieties with similar needs. By composing around its volume of 70 cm by 90 cm, you will preserve the visibility of its blooms (June-August) and circulation between plants.
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 Ultrapink’: Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots to establish before the severe cold. Support the establishment of Phlox ‘Opening Act Ultrapink’ with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Sufficient space between phlox plants helps the foliage dry; direct water to 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
Support the establishment of Phlox ‘Opening Act Ultrapink’ with deep watering, then control the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on soil that is already moist.
Soil type
Well-drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Moderate humidity; water according to the actual state of the root ball
Seasonal care
Phlox ‘Opening Act Ultrapink’: remove diseased portions and avoid piling debris in the center of the clumps. During its flowering period (June-August), also watch for damaged stems and neighboring plants that might obscure the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
A stable, perforated container, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and the adult development.
To try Phlox ‘Opening Act Ultrapink’ in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (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
28 inches (71 cm)
Width / spread
3 feet (91.5 cm)
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Green
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Scented flowers
Bloom period
June-August
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Companion plants for Phlox ‘Opening Act Ultrapink’: echinaceas, daylilies, perennial geraniums. Choose varieties that tolerate sun to partial shade and comparable moisture; allow enough space for each clump to reach its adult size.
Plants to avoid
Around Phlox 'Opening Act Ultrapink', especially avoid neighbors that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Compatibility in terms 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 Ultrapink'?
Provide sun to part shade and appropriate soil (well-drained garden soil that retains moderate moisture during establishment). Sufficient space between phlox helps foliage dry; direct water to the soil rather than onto the leaves.
Where should I plant Phlox ‘Opening Act Ultrapink’?
Expect a height of around 70 cm and a width of 90 cm at maturity. Approximately 90 cm between centers, to be adjusted according to the actual growth of the clump. This size is suitable for use in the middle of a flowerbed and for group plantings.
When does Phlox 'Opening Act Ultrapink' bloom?
The indicated period is June-August. The flower color is pink. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, season, and when the plant was established.
How to water and care for Phlox ‘Opening Act Ultrapink’?
Help Phlox ‘Opening Act Ultrapink’ establish its roots with deep watering, then allow the soil to dry out before watering again. Adjust the frequency based on rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Remove any diseased parts and avoid accumulating debris in the center of the clumps.
Can Phlox ‘Opening Act Ultrapink’ be grown in a pot?
To try Phlox 'Opening Act Ultrapink' in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (90 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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