The Perennial derivative, Phlox is a simple plant to repot. Follow the steps below on repotting your Perennial. The steps are very similar to any other plant in the Polemoniaceae family.
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What is the best way to repot your Phlox?
In this guide, we’ll navigate through the essential steps of repotting Phlox. Let’s begin!
1: Select the appropriate time for repotting Phlox
When you have decided on repotting, it becomes time to make the right plan to repot Phlox. Try to repot during a growth phase of the plant which usually comes before bloom time (which is in Spring through late summer). Also, it is useful to know that the soil ph for Phlox is Neutral to acidic so you can buy the right soil and get a testing kit if necessary.
2: Free your Phlox from its current container for repotting
How easy it is to take your Phlox out of the pot is up to how dry the soil is and the type of pot. This is why it is important to water in the previous step. However, with a few squeezes, bangs and maybe turning upside down, you should be able to remove your Phlox eventually.
3: Add your Phlox to its new home
The third and final step involves adding your Phlox in to its new home after you have removed it to complete repotting. Once done, pack in and cover the roots with Loamy, rich, well-drained soil as this is how it grows best. Phlox can then be watered a final time before being left for a while to let the roots settle. It is common to have to let the roots settle like other plants that have the same roots. Pennyroyal is a good plant to grow if you would like a similar plant.
How to nurture your Phlox
Read on for some additional information on the care of Phlox.
All about Phlox and it’s family
First of all, once fully grown, Phlox is non-toxic. When trying to find out more information about it so you can take better care of it, you may want to be aware of the other types of names and the fact that your Perennial is in the Polemoniaceae family of plants.
Can Phlox be called anything else?
Your Phlox may have other names you could call it. Consider the botanical and scientific names for the plants below. You may need this information when considering what soil type to buy or to get more specific on how to take care of it.
| Scientific name | Phlox Phlox |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Phlox |
For a different plant in this family, check out Variegated Fiddle Leaf Figs which will provide a nice contrast. Alternatively, to find a plant that is can be repotted in a similar way, maybe Peacock Plants are a good fit as they are in the same family.
After you have repot Phlox, how should you take care of it?
In the aftercare of Phlox, be sure that you give it the right sun exposure (Partial to full sun), you’re growing it in the right hardiness zone (3-9 (USDA)) and that your climate is similar to where your Phlox is from (North America). If you do this correctly, your Phlox should grow to its mature size in its new pot of Up to 5 ft. tall, depending on variety.
What should you expect if you have repot Phlox correctly?
To see your Phlox reaching its full size of Up to 5 ft. tall, depending on variety requires your attention and care. Imagine it is a while after repotting and you have taken care of the plant in the right way. You’ll have the joy of seeing it burst into White, pink, purple, blue blooms precisely during Spring through late summer time. This is achieved by taking care of your plant like you would any other similar plant like a Persian Shield. Using the right care and being patient after you repot is key.
Where should you keep Phlox? Inside or outside?
To answer the question of if you should plant or repot your Phlox outside or inside, you should look at the ideal environments for the plant. consider that Phlox is native to North America and then take into consideration whether your area has a similar climate based on your knowledge.
Another thing that you should consider is that Phlox is in the 3-9 (USDA) hardiness zone in the United States. Visit this website to work out what zone you live in and make the right decision.