How to Grow Robert Poore Phlox From Seed

Robert Poore phlox is an herbaceous perennial flowering plant. This variety of phlox is hardy to U.S. Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 5 through 9, and it grows up to 5 feet tall with a 3-foot spread. The Robert Poore phlox blooms from August to September with violet to pink flowers. It will attract both birds and butterflies to your garden. You can save money by planting the Robert Poore phlox from seed instead of buying a transplant.

Seed trays
Soilless seed starter
Spray bottle

Instructions

- 1
  Fill the seed trays with the seed starter and wet it until it is moist to the touch.
- 2
  Press the Robert Poore phlox seeds into the surface of the seed starter. Cover the seeds with about 1/2 inch of the starter. Plant the seeds about eight weeks before the last spring frost in your area.
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  Set the Robert Poore phlox seed trays in a dark area with a steady temperature of 65 degrees Fahrenheit.
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  Spray the starter with a spray bottle filled with lukewarm water daily. Keep the seed starter moist at all times.
- 5
  Move the Robert Poore phlox seeds to a well-lit location with a temperature between 65 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 6
  Transplant the seedlings to your garden after the danger of frost has passed.

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