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Backlight Tall Phlox
Phlox paniculata LUMINARY™ 'Backlight' PP34506
Tall Phlox
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Backlight is a superior tall garden phlox cultivar known for its pure white flowers that seem to glow in the garden and its high resistance to powdery mildew, a common issue for other phlox varieties. This Proven Winners® selection is a vigorous perennial that provides long-lasting blooms from mid-summer into the fall.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Attracts pollinators.
- Fragrant.
Quick answers
How big does Backlight Tall Phlox get?
About 24-30" tall and 24" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Backlight Tall Phlox need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Backlight Tall Phlox need?
Low water use.
Will Backlight Tall Phlox grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Backlight Tall Phlox in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Backlight Tall Phlox wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.