Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
It's always a delight to see phlox burst into bloom as a sign of the warm season to come. Opening Act Blush Phlox lets you get excited a few weeks earlier. The dwarf hybrid phlox doesn't stop with this "opening act." It continues to display light pinkish-lavender flowers well into summer. This makes it a border blockbuster and a container star.
The delicate flower clumps on Opening Act Blush Phlox rise above glossy dark green foliage. The phlox can grow up to nearly 20 inches high and wide, making it a perfect compact container plant. That's good, because you will want to enjoy the fragrant scent of the pink flowers all summer. You can also plant a border of Opening Act Blush Phlox to attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden.
Opening Act Blush Phlox Care
Like most phlox hybrids, Opening Act is hardy in zones 4 through 8. It is a long-living, re-blooming perennial in most zones, giving you more bang for your buck. This phlox performs best when planted in full sun and in soil that drains well. Be sure to water your phlox consistently and use a balanced fertilizer as needed. Even when Opening Act Blush Phlox finally stops blooming in late summer, the glossy foliage maintains fall interest.
Opening Act Blush Phlox Spacing
Imagine a mass planting of Opening Act Blush Phlox blooming all summer in the front of a garden bed or foundation. Its relatively low height leaves plenty of room for background plants with complementary colors and textures. Be sure to place the phlox about 18 to 20 inches apart.
Opening Act Blush Phlox Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8 |
| Flower Color(s): Pink |
| Bloom Period: Summer |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Height Class: Medium |
| Height: 18-20 Inches |
| Spread: 18-20 Inches |
| Spacing: 18-20 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Watering: Average |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Attracts: Hummingbirds & Butterflies |
| Features: Fall Interest; Long Blooming; Fragrant Flower; Dwarf |
| Scientific Name: Opening Act Blush' Phlox hybrid USPP 27,462 |
| Common Name: Opening Act Blush Phlox |
| Other Name(s): n/a |
| Brand: Proven Winners |
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.
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
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
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
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
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
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 31th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.
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This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: Idaho, AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
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