Product description
Phlox Candy Striper is a spreading perennial with evergreen foliage and distinctive pink and white flowers that appear in spring. Its cheerful candy stripe blooms bring early colour to the garden, weaving naturally between neighbouring plants and adding softness to beds, borders, and containers. This variety is ideal for brightening the garden at the start of the season and works beautifully in informal or cottage style planting schemes.
Low maintenance and easy to grow, Phlox Candy Striper thrives in full sun or light shade and prefers well drained soil. Water during dry spells and remove faded blooms to keep the plant looking tidy. Its evergreen foliage provides year round presence, and once established it returns reliably each spring with a fresh display of colour.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Phlox 'Candy Striper'
Phlox 'Candy Striper'
Product description
Phlox Candy Striper is a spreading perennial with evergreen foliage and distinctive pink and white flowers that appear in spring. Its cheerful candy stripe blooms bring early colour to the garden, weaving naturally between neighbouring plants and adding softness to beds, borders, and containers. This variety is ideal for brightening the garden at the start of the season and works beautifully in informal or cottage style planting schemes.
Low maintenance and easy to grow, Phlox Candy Striper thrives in full sun or light shade and prefers well drained soil. Water during dry spells and remove faded blooms to keep the plant looking tidy. Its evergreen foliage provides year round presence, and once established it returns reliably each spring with a fresh display of colour.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Give your plants the best start
Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Phlox benefits from a light trim once the first flush of flowers has finished, helping it keep a neat, compact shape. This quick tidy‑up can also encourage a longer, more consistent display as the season continues.
How to Water
Water regularly during dry spells to help the roots establish and keep the plant looking fresh. Once settled, it only needs occasional watering, as Phlox prefers soil that drains freely rather than holding excess moisture.
How to Plant
Plant Phlox in well‑drained soil, setting the rootball level with the surface and firming gently around it. Water well after planting and give it a sunny or lightly shaded spot so it can establish quickly.
