- Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 30 - 32 Inches
- Mature Width 24 - 28 Inches
- Growing Zones 3-8
Welcome these stunning flowers (and their attendant) bees, butterflies and hummers back to your garden with Luminary Opalescence tall garden phlox. Garden favorites for generations, tall garden phlox have been plagued with powdery mildew, which, while not fatal, disfigures the dark green leaves of the plant significantly. Called the “gold standard” of mildew resistance, Opalescence offers large, eye-catching flowers of pink and raspberry that repeat bloom all summer.
Opalescence rises to 32 inches high and about 28 inches wide, making a statuesque add to a focal point container, a mixed shrub and perennial border, or as a colorful swath in a garden bed. Great for prairie-style plantings, pollinator plantings, or supporting any long-blooming combination. The upright columns of ornamental sages like Salvia White Profusion make a striking composition with staying power. Phlox are also great perennial additions to cutting gardens. Part of the Luminary breeding series of varieties from America’s native phlox paniculata, Opalescence was the clear winner in mildew-resistance in an “extensive trial”.
Luminary Opalescence Phlox Care
Tall phlox are supremely easy given their favored conditions. The ideal spot for tall garden phlox is in full sun, for optimal flower production and health. Soil should be average to fertile (rich), consistently moist, but well-drained. The pH should be acidic to neutral.
Although Opalescence is noted for excellent mildew resistance, you can lessen the likelihood of mildew appearing by; sitting in full sun, allowing adequate space for airflow around plants, and watering at the soil level rather than above. Fertilizing with a slow-release or liquid fertilizer every other month will encourage the strongest bloom. Deadheading will also foster new blooms and discourage self-seeding in your garden.
Luminary Opalescence Phlox Spacing
A minimum of 28 inches, center on center, would be best for planting multiple Opalescence phlox plants.
Luminary Opalescence Phlox Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8 |
| Plant Type: Perennial |
| Sunlight Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Mature Height: 30 - 32 Inches |
| Mature Width: 24 - 28 Inches |
| Plant Spacing: 24 - 28 Inches |
| Growth Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Pink |
| Flower Shade: Light Pink With Dark Pink |
| Seasonal Interest: Early Summer, Mid Summer, Late Summer |
| Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Dark Green |
| Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Resists: Disease |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Native to North America |
| Uses: Border Plant, Edging Plant, Groundcover, Mass Planting, Container, Cut Flower, Landscape |
| Plant Brand: Proven Winners |
| Botanical/Scientific Name: Phlox paniculata 'Opalescence' PPAF CPBRAF |
- SKU:
- PHLOL
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)
Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an automated email with tracking information.
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations