- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 24 - 28 Inches
- Mature Spread 2 - 3 Feet
- Growing Zones 4 - 10
- Use As A Filler In Containers
Volcano® Ruby Garden Phlox is a colorful, fuss-free perennial and workhorse of the garden. Ruby red blooms appear from late June through late July, on compact, sturdy stems. Plant Volcano® Ruby Garden Phlox near a walkway or under a window to enjoy the explosion of bright, head-turning color and their subtle fragrance. They make an impressive color impact planted en masse.
Volcano® Ruby Garden Phlox is a neat and compact perennial that produces sturdy branches from a central base point. Bred for high mildew resistance, once established they are very dependable garden performers. In addition to their vibrant color, their light fragrance attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. Volcano® Ruby Garden Phlox grows 28” in height with up to a 24-36” spread.
Volcano® Ruby Garden Phlox Care
Plant Volcano® Ruby Garden Phlox in a location that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight and partial afternoon shade. Space plants to allow for plenty of air circulation around each plant. Volcano® Ruby Garden Phlox will benefit from using a slow-release granular formula when initially planted. When the first flowers fade, apply a balanced, diluted, liquid fertilizer to encourage a second flush of blooms. Incorporating generous amounts of organic matter into the soil, particularly if the soil is lean or sandy, delivers essential nutrients slowly to the roots. Try using peat moss, garden compost, or well-rotted manure.
Water Volcano® Ruby Garden Phlox regularly, ideally in the morning, maintaining moist but not soggy soil. Avoid overhead watering by using drip irrigation or hand watering at the base of the plant to avoid splashing water on the leaves. Deadhead terminal blooms to encourage longer flowering. New flower buds will appear along the stem for a second flush, and they will continue to flower, often up until fall. Divide Volcano Ruby Garden Phlox plants after 3 years.
Volcano® Ruby Garden Phlox Spacing
Plant Volcano® Ruby Garden Phlox in garden areas that long to be filled with vibrant pops of color with other summer-flowering favorites. They are lovely in native plant gardens, in meadows, and naturalized areas. When planted en masse, space plants 24 inches or more on center, to allow adequate airflow and sunlight to reach all sides of the plant.
Volcano® Ruby Garden Phlox Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 10 |
| Plant Type: Perennial |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 24 - 28 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 2 - 3 Feet |
| Spacing: 2 - 3 Feet |
| Habit: Mounded |
| Flower Color(s): Red |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: Summer |
| Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Disease |
| Tolerates: N/A |
| Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Container Role: Filler |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Groundcovers, Mass Planting, Specimen or Focal Point |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers |
| Brand: Volcano Phlox |
| Common Name: Volcano® Ruby Garden Phlox |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: Phlox Volcano Ruby |
- SKU:
- 1231007470-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
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:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known 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
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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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