Coral Creme Drop™ Tall Garden Phlox

Phlox paniculata 'Ditomdre'

First Editions®

Bicolor Coral Blooms with Creamy White Accents and Dark Eyes for Garden Drama
Cold Hardy: Thrives in Zones 3-8
Grows 24 ft Tall and Wide
Showy Pink, Orange, White Blooms From Late Summer to Early Fall
Ideal for Border in Butterfly Gardens

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: Give this Phlox full sun, meaning at least 6 to 8 hours of direct light daily. While it can handle a little light shade, full sun prevents powdery mildew and ensures you get the most vibrant coral-pink blooms.
Soil: Plant in rich, well-draining soil that stays evenly moist but never soggy. If you have heavy clay or sandy soil, mix in compost or organic matter at planting time to improve drainage and moisture retention.

Watering Requirements

Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during the first year while the roots establish and during the heat of summer. Avoid overhead watering to keep foliage dry and disease-free; instead, use a soaker hose or water at the base. Once established, it has some drought tolerance, but dry spells will lead to fewer flowers and stressed foliage.

Pruning Tips

This Phlox blooms on new wood, so you should cut the stems down to the ground in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. You can also deadhead spent flower clusters during the season to encourage a second flush of blooms later in the summer. This cleanup keeps the plant tidy and directs energy into fresh growth rather than seed production.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow-release flowering plant fertilizer in early spring as new growth appears. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers, which push lush green leaves at the expense of flowers and can make the stems floppy and weak.

Delivery and Shipping

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Ships in 7-10 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected

Under $50	$9.99
$50 - $99.99	$14.99
$100 - $149.99	$16.99
$150 - $198.99	$24.99
$199+	FREE

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Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Plant specifications
Plant Characteristics	Cold hardy, Disease resistant, Flowering, Fragrant
Hardiness Zone	4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Sunlight	Full sun
Height	24 ft
Width	24 ft
Watering Needs	Moderate
Preferred Soil	Clay, Loamy, Peaty
Growth Rate	Moderate
Growth Habit	Compact, Upright
Plant Life Cycle	Perennial
Blooms In	Fall, Summer
Flower Color	Pink, Orange, White
Foliage Color	Green
Fragrant	Yes
Suitable Space	Indoors, Outdoors
Plant Name	Phlox
Botanical Name	Phlox paniculata 'Ditomdre'
Species	paniculata
Cultivar	Ditomdre
Class	Magnoliopsida
Does Not Ship To	AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

Sweetly scented First Editions® Coral Crème Drop™ Phlox (Phlox paniculata 'Ditomdre' PP20,907) is an exceptional ornamental perennial with great form, and long-lasting flowers - both in the vase and in the garden. This Garden Phlox stays petite, with strong stems and a very winsome look! Large clusters of sweetly scented coral-colored flowers cover the plants. Look closely to enjoy the creamy white accent on each petal and the noteworthy dark eye.

Make the most of your landscape with these charmingly colorful cuties. You'll be so pleased by their high performance and beautiful flower clusters to decorate your summer months! Cut them to include in special indoor bouquets. Or, leave them as a very popular nectar resource for your neighborhood Hummingbirds and butterflies. Plant plenty, so you can do both!

These beautiful, hardy plants are well-branched and compact with an upright growth habit. They will tolerate urban conditions quite nicely without fuss or muss.

The exceptional color is just outstanding, you won't believe your eyes! Give them as very thoughtful plant gifts for loved ones, or take one as a Hostess Gift for summer soirées! Coral Crème Drop™ is part of the improved Candy Store® series of Garden Phlox. We're proud to grow and sell this modern cultivar of a traditional mainstay of the summer garden.

Candy Store® Coral Crème Drop™ Phlox was specifically developed for its rich color and hardiness. It is particularly disease and mildew-resistant and maintains a long, consistent bloom all summer long. This plant is rated for extreme cold in USDA growing zones 3 to 8. Phlox are perfect for the busy or the beginner gardener alike!

Planting and Application:

Possibly the world's most perfect edging plant, consider running a light-hearted ribbon of color to polish up your foundation plantings and garden borders. Plant them 12 inches apart on center. You'll gain such a nice pop of happy color from early summer through all without having to worry about it. Greet your guests in a fun, relaxed style with their brilliant blooms!

These compact, small-space plants will even do their best to add life to "ho-hum" areas of your yard. Create a new bed to the south of mature evergreens and plant multiple in a mass planting.

If you prefer a Butterfly Garden or Cottage Garden, mix and match with several of our incredible perennials in an easy-breeze mixed garden. Keep Candy Store® Coral Crème Drop™ Tall Garden Phlox near the edge, so you can see it!

You can also grow their scented flowers in containers to turn your balcony into a fragrant paradise. No need to miss out on their color, even if you are renting. Container-grown plants can come back year after year with proper hydration. Let their bright color boost any sunny spot and make you smile on your porch or patio, or dress up an outdoor garden room!

These warm-toned plants partner so well with the ,contrasting blue blooms of Bluebeard and Baptisia. Use a series of stylish Arctic Blue Roses as an extraordinary backdrop for a marvelous color play. You could dress them up with black-toned foliage shrubs like Tuxedo Weigela. Hide any leggy bare stems with their lush, low-growing form.

Or, keep them company with other brightly-hued flowers from pink through orange all the way to yellow. Go as bold as you want. Why not gift the world some intensely saturated happiness?

Add their durable flower power to Butterfly Gardens. Their fragrant flowers would also make a great addition to Victory Gardens to bring beneficial pollinators for larger harvests. They even work well in tough sites like Rock Gardens. Commercial property owners take note of these attention-grabbing small perennials!

Enchanting Coral & White Petals - With Small, Dark Center
Enjoy Showy Blooms Clusters for Months
Fresh Fragrance & Gorgeous Cut Flowers
Butterflies & Hummingbirds Love Them
Healthy, Dark Green Foliage & Compact, Well-Branched Form
Fits Beautifully in Small Space Gardens
Sunny Borders, Outdoor Containers
Listed on Firewise Lists for Defensible Space Gardening

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Phlox needs full sun for the most blooms and strongest stems. Please give these perennials at least six hours of sun a day. Well-drained, enriched soil that doesn't stay soggy for long is also important. Elevate your planting in heavy soil types by planting in a mounded heap of extra soil or a raised bed. Apply water on a regular schedule for best performance. Container-grown plants need careful watering, including a long soak in the fall. Add a three-inch layer of mulch over the root system. Please pull it back to avoid having it touch the stems.

Deadhead as soon as the blooms fade, and you may enjoy a second flush of blossoms. Easy-care Phlox can be pruned to the ground in late fall. Or, if you don't get a chance to get it done, you can do it in late winter, too! Divide your mounds every 3-5 years while they are dormant to increase the root system's vigor.

Colorful, Carefree Choice in Full Sun
Well-Drained Enriched Soil
Moderate Yet Consistent Moisture Needs
Appreciates Mulched Beds
Prune Late Fall/Winter
Very Cold Hardy, Excellent Disease & Powdery Mildew Resistance

Enliven your space the easy way with First Editions® Candy Store® Coral Crème Drop™ Phlox. These popular plants sell out quickly! Please place your order at Nature Hills Nursery today!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Tall Garden Phlox spread?

Most Garden Phlox do spread some but politely so - not getting into trouble and not jumping their borders. Should the clumps become too large you can easily divide them.

Should your deadhead Tall Garden Phlox?

Deadheading Phlox helps prevent some varieties from self-seeding and encourages a rebloom.

Where is the best place to plant Phlox?

Phlox needs well-drained enriched soil with good air circulation for best results. Mulch their beds and fertilize them each spring.

What happens to Phlox in the winter?

Phlox are herbaceous perennials that will lose their leaves and stems after frost and die back to the ground. In spring, they regrow from their root systems anew!

What Shipping Options Do You Offer?

NatureHills.com works closely with our growers and nursery professionals to ensure we ship when it is most appropriate for your area. Our goal is to deliver the hardiest plants by avoiding extreme high and low temperatures. Check out our shipping schedule for more information and to learn our wills and won'ts when it comes to shipping plants. Find your Garden Phlox for sale here at NatureHills.com!

Coral Creme Drop™ Tall Garden Phlox

Phlox paniculata 'Ditomdre'