Volcano® Plum Garden Phlox Blooming
This product does not ship to: AZ, CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA

Volcano® Plum Garden Phlox

Volcano Phlox

$36.99
(No reviews yet) Write a Review
Availability : Out of Stock
$36.99
This product does not ship to: AZ, CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA
  • Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 24 - 30 Inches
  • Mature Spread 24 - 30 Inches
  • Growing Zones 4 - 10
  • Use As A Thriller In Containers

Volcano Plum Garden Phlox is a high-performing phlox variety with a dense and vigorous form. It puts out masses of fragrant rosy flowers in the summer, which are perfect for cutting. The flower stems are sturdy and never flop under the weight of all those blooms. The medium green pointed leaves look lush and full all summer. This variety stays fairly compact at 24 - 30 inches high. 

Volcano Plum is an upright perennial with multiple branches and a spreading habit. This strain will develop drought tolerance and is resistant to powdery mildew, which is a major improvement over the species plant. Plant them in groups to add a wave of color to a perennial bed, hillside, or foundation planting. Mix them with other warm-toned flowering perennials for a beautiful sunset color scheme. They also look fabulous as the ‘thriller’ in mixed container plantings.

Volcano® Plum Garden Phlox Care

This phlox performs best in full sun, but will tolerate partial shade. It adapts to a range of soil conditions, including sandy, clay, and dry soils; note that it does not tolerate standing water. Volcano Plum can withstand drought conditions but looks its best in evenly moist soil over the summer. It is also more tolerant of heat than the species plant, but appreciates some shade in hot climates. Fertilize in spring with an all-purpose formula to boost blooming over the summer.

Cut back the foliage in late fall or winter before new growth emerges in spring. This plant does not require deadheading. 

Volcano® Plum Garden Phlox Spacing

If planting in groups, space Volcano Plum approximately 20 inches apart, which will provide good air circulation. Grow them in containers at least 18 inches in diameter, and size up the container every spring to accommodate the spreading rootball.

Volcano® Plum Garden Phlox Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 10
Plant Type:
Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 24 - 30 Inches
Mature Spread: 20 - 24 Inches
Spacing: 20 - 24 Inches
Habit: Spreading, Upright
Flower Color(s): Purple
Flower Description:
Bloom Period: June through September
Foliage Type: Herbaceous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: Disease, Pests & Insects
Tolerates: Drought
Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Container Role: Thriller
Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting, Wildlife Gardens
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Fragrant, Low Maintenance
Brand: Volcano Phlox
Common Name: Volcano® Plum Garden Phlox
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: PHLOX `VOLCANO PLUM`
SKU:
1231013103-pc

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

4.5" Pot
 Also Know 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

Quart Pot
 Also Know 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

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know 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

#3 Pot
 Also Know 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


For more detailed information, please click here.

Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and 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.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. 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 new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

For more information, please go to our Shipping & Returns page at the bottom of the website.

Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

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

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.