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Phlox Seeds, Twinkles Dwarf Mix
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Twinkles Dwarf Mix Phlox blooming in garden.
Close-up Twinkles Dwarf Mix Phlox bouquet.
Twinkles Dwarf Mix Phlox blooms in a glass vase on a white background.
Phlox Seeds, Twinkles Dwarf Mix
Twinkles Dwarf Mix Phlox bouquet in clear vase on white background.
Twinkles Dwarf Mix Phlox blooming in garden.
Close-up Twinkles Dwarf Mix Phlox bouquet.

Phlox Seeds,
Twinkles Dwarf Mix

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Description

70 days. Deeply fringed or indented petal margins give the impression of far more than the 5 petals that are actually present. A diversity of streaks, stripes and zoning makes “Twinkles” really shine, in the widest possible range of phlox colors, too! Compact plants rarely exceed 9 inches and are perfect for edging. Makes a superior container variety when situated so that the intricate details of each unique flower can be appreciated up close.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Phlox drummondii
Life Cycle
Annual
Sun Requirement
Full sun
Days to Germinate
5–10
Days to Maturity
70
Planting Depth
⅛ in.
Plant Spacing
8–12 in.
Ideal Temperature
60–65°F
Frost Hardy
Yes

Growing Guide

When to Grow

Direct sow in place as soon as the soil can be worked in spring - the seedlings take light frost and resent transplanting. If you must start indoors, sow 6-8 weeks before your last frost in cells and set the plants out while small. Barely cover the seed at ⅛ inch, keep it evenly moist, and expect germination in 5–10 days at about 65°F.

Count roughly 70 days to flowering. This is a mix, so sow a block of it rather than a single plant — the streaks, stripes and zoning differ from flower to flower.

How to Sow and Plant

  • Seeds germinate in 14-21 days.
  • Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost and transplant after all chance of frost has passed.
  • Sow seeds 1/8 inch deep.
  • Ideal germination temperature is 65 F.
  • Keep seeds evenly moist until germinated.

How to Grow

  • Phlox can tolerate full sun to shade.
  • Rich, well-drained soil is best.
  • Provide adequate moisture.
  • Space plants 8 inches apart.
  • Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming.

PESTS/SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

  • Powdery mildew and fungal issues are common pests of phlox.
  • These can be avoided by improving air circulation and keeping foliage dry while watering plant.

How to Save Seeds

  • Harvest seeds when capsules turn brown.
  • Save seed over winter in a cool, dark, dry place.

FAQ

How big do Twinkles plants get?

Compact plants rarely exceed 9 inches, which makes them perfect for edging and a superior container variety when placed where the intricate detail of each flower can be appreciated up close.

What do the flowers look like?

Deeply fringed or indented petal margins give the impression of far more than the five petals actually present, and a diversity of streaks, stripes and zoning runs through the widest possible range of phlox colors.

Can I collect seed from this mix?

Cut the capsules as they turn tan, just before they split - ripe phlox capsules pop open and throw the seed. Dry them in a paper bag, then store the cleaned seed cool, dark and dry. Because this is a mix and the flowers cross freely with one another, saved seed will not reproduce the full color range.

Customer reviews

4.6 / 5 27 Reviews

What gardeners are saying

  • Starry, varied blooms: Fringed star-shaped flowers in a surprise mix of colors.

  • Tough once going: Blooms through heat and dry spells with little watering.

  • Self-sows readily: Comes back from dropped seed and blooms harder the second year.

  • Suits pots and borders: Compact plants for containers; some reach 15 to 18 inches.

  • Heads up: Slow to start and bloom; start early and be patient.

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