{"product_id":"phlox-twinkle-dwarf-mix","title":"Phlox Twinkle Dwarf - Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003ePhlox Twinkle produces flowers with soft petals that grow in clusters. This is the shortest variety of phlox flower plants and this variety has mixed colors of white, pink, red, purple and blue flowers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size grow bag is best for Phlox?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6 x 6 (W*H)\u003cbr\u003e9 x 9 (W*H)\u003cbr\u003e12 x 12 (W*H)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhlox Flower Growing Season In India\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhlox prefers a mild and warm climate but does not like hot and humid summers. The best times to plant phlox seeds are in spring (February to March) and autumn (September to November) when temperatures are warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Grow Phlox In Pots \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhlox grows well both by direct sowing or seedling transplanting method. Sow the seeds when the soil temperature is 16-24°C for faster germination. You can use a pot or grow bag at least 15-30 wide and deep for planting phlox. The seeds germinate in the dark and if you keep the pot in a bright spot, the phlox seeds will not germinate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhlox Twinkle Dwarf Mix Seeds Sowing Method \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Take a seedling tray and fill it with a potting mix, you can also make your potting mix by mixing 20% cocopeat, 30% vermicompost, 30% garden soil and 20% sand. Sprinkle the phlox seeds in the soil and cover the seeds with a thin layer of soil. \u003cbr\u003e• Place the seedling tray in a dark room. Water the soil gently through a watering can and keep them moist until germination; phlox seeds can germinate in about 5 to 14 days.\u003cbr\u003e• After seed germination when phlox seedlings have a few true leaves, you can transplant them into pots or grow bags. But don’t forget to harden off the seedlings before transplanting them outdoors. Plant only 1 or 2 phlox seedlings in each 15 cm pot for healthy growth. Keep the soil moist and place the pot in partial sunlight for a few days after transplanting to protect the seedling from transplant shock. After 3 days, keep the container in full sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhlox Flower Plant Fertilizer Requirements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has no special fertilizer requirements, just add compost each year in spring to encourage healthy growth. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhlox Flower Care Tips \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil : Use moist but well-draining soil as phlox does not like to grow in dry or sandy soil. You can also improve your soil by adding organic matter.\u003cbr\u003eWater : Phlox plants are sensitive to drought and they do not grow well in dry soil. Consistent soil moisture is key to successful phlox growth, in addition, avoid overhead watering as this can lead to fungal infections\u003cbr\u003eSunlight : Phlox prefers full sunlight and some grow in partial shade as well. But the best is to get at least 6 hours of sunlight phlox plant.\u003cbr\u003eTemperature : The optimum temperature for growing phlox plants is 15-26°C. \u003cbr\u003eCommon pests and diseases : Some pests that feed on phlox plants are aphids, beetles, caterpillars, spider mites and whiteflies. You can use neem oil on the plant to get rid of these insects. Other than this powdery mildew is a disease that infects the phlox plants and spoils their looks. It is best to cut off infected leaves to avoid the spread of the disease. Always check the plants that they are not infected and avoid overhead watering. \u003cbr\u003eMulching : Since phlox do not like hot and humid summers, you can mulch the plant during mid to late June to keep the root cool. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhlox Bloom Time \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhlox flower season is from Spring until Summer (February to June). These are very popular cut flowers and can stay fresh in water for about a week.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Hobbit Land","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43754106978338,"sku":"HOBFS026PTDM","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/7155\/8690\/files\/PhloxTwinkleDwarf-Mix.jpg?v=1745135694","url":"https:\/\/www.thehobbitland.in\/products\/phlox-twinkle-dwarf-mix","provider":"The Hobbit Land","version":"1.0","type":"link"}