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Phlox Garden Red Riding Hood
Phlox paniculata 'Red Riding Hood'
Height: Typically 18–24 inches tall
Spread: Approximately 18–24 inches wide
Spacing: Plant 18–24 inches apart for full coverage
Growth Rate: Moderate
Deciduous
Description
Phlox Garden Red Riding Hood is a stunning perennial that delivers a bold splash of color with its vibrant, deep pink-red blooms. The dense, rounded flower clusters sit atop strong, upright stems, creating a magnificent display from midsummer into early fall. The rich green foliage adds fresh contrast, keeping this plant looking polished and tidy throughout the season. With its long-lasting blooms and sweet fragrance, this phlox is one of the finest choices for mixed borders, perennial beds, and cutting gardens. It also attracts butterflies, making it a refreshing and lively addition to the landscape.
General Care
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun to part sun
- Watering: Water regularly after planting to establish strong roots; once established, requires minimal supplemental watering except in prolonged dry periods
- Mulching: Apply a thin layer of mulch to help retain moisture and regulate soil temperature
- Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering; cut back stems in late fall after foliage dies back
With its rich color, satisfying fragrance, and reliable summer performance, Phlox Garden Red Riding Hood is a showstopping perennial that brings elegance and interest to the landscape year after year.
