gardens alive RP027 Fragrant Butterfly Attracting Phlox Grape Expectations Trio Instruction Manual
- June 16, 2024
- gardens alive
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gardens alive RP027 Fragrant Butterfly Attracting Phlox Grape
Expectations Trio
Specifications
- Winter Hardiness: Zones 3-9
- Daily Light Requirements: Full Sun – Partial Shade
- Spacing Between Plants: 18-24 inches
- Mature Height/Spread: 24-40 inches / 18-24 inches
- Bloom Time: Mid – Late Summer
Product Information
The product we have sent to you is Fragrant Butterfly Attracting Phlox
Grape Expectations Trio. The bare root items you ordered are living plants
that have been packaged in either wood chips or peat moss to ensure freshness
and health. Each barefoot may vary in size, but they have been measured and
graded before shipping to ensure the highest quality package.
Choosing a Location
When deciding where to plant your Fragrant Butterfly Attracting Phlox Grape
Expectations Trio, please consider the following:
- Winter Hardiness: This variety can withstand winter temperatures in zones 3-9.
- Daily Light Requirements: The plants thrive in full sun to partial shade.
- Spacing Between Plants: Leave a spacing of 18-24 inches between each plant.
- Mature Height/Spread: The plants will reach a height of 24-40 inches and spread out to 18-24 inches.
- Bloom Time: Expect blooms in mid to late summer.
Planting Instructions
To ensure optimum planting success, follow these steps:
- Spade or rototill the soil to a depth of 12 inches.
- Add organic matter to the soil by mixing in 2-4 layers of dehydrated manure, garden compost, shredded leaves, and/or peat moss.
- Dig a hole large enough to spread out the roots without bending them. Set the crown with buds about 1 inch below the soil surface.
Continuing Care
Proper care is essential for the health and growth of your Fragrant
Butterfly Attracting Phlox Grape Expectations Trio.
Watering
Water well after planting and keep the soil moist but not soggy. Regularly
check the moisture levels and adjust the watering accordingly.
Mulching
Apply a 2-4 inch layer of mulch around the plants to promote moisture retention and maintain even garden soil temperatures.
Weeding
Keep the area around your plants free of weeds. Weeds compete with the
plants for nutrients, water, and light. Regularly walk around the garden and
pull out any weeds.
Grooming
Remove spent flower stems after flowering to maintain an attractive bushy
perennial throughout the summer.
Winterizing
In preparation for winter dormancy, discontinue any foliar or liquid feed
by early September. Let the foliage die back naturally in the fall.
FAQ
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Q: Are all parts of the plant edible?
A: Not all plant material is edible. While most plants are harmless, some may contain toxic substances that can cause discomfort. Only consume known food products, and in case of ingestion of an unknown plant, contact your local poison control center immediately. -
Q: How can I contact customer support?
A: For any questions or concerns regarding your order, you can reach us via email at newholland@gardensalive.com or by phone at 812-260-2166.
Planting and Growing Guide
Fragrant Butterfly Attracting
Phlox Grape Expectations Trio Phlox
Out of the Box
Your package contains:
3 Bareroot
- Your bareroots are shipped to you with the utmost care.
- Once planted the may take 4-6 weeks, depending upon the weather conditions, to wake up and start growing.
- You can be assured they wil begin setting roots once planted.
- They will grow very quickly and amaze you with their performance.
- We urge you to plant your new arrivals as soon as possible.
- If planting must be delayed please keep these bulbs in a cool, dark dry place for a short period.
CAUTION
Not all plant material is edible. Though most plants are harmless, some
contain toxic substances that can cause headaches, nausea, dizziness or other
discomforts. As a general rule, only known food products should be eaten. In
case of ingestion, please contact your local poison control center at once and
advise them of the plant ingested.
Thank you for your order.
Your satisfaction is of primary concern to us. Please use the following
resources for questions regarding your order.
Email us at: newholland@gardensalive.com
Call us at: 812-260-2166
Order Processing Center • 230 Mary Avenue Lawrenceburg, IN 47025-2181
Phlox
The product we sent to you was packaged in either wood chips or peat moss.
This is done to ensure that the product arrives fresh and healthy. The bare
root items you ordered are living plants. There will be some size variance
between each barefoot in your package. These items have been measured and
graded before shipping.
You are receiving the highest quality package.
Thank you for your order.
We hope you’re delighted with your new plants.
Choosing a Location
When deciding where to plant, please consider the unique needs and features of this variety:
- Winter Hardiness Zones 3-9
- Daily Light Requirements Full Sun – Partial Shade
- Spacing Between Plants 18-24”
- Mature Height/Spread 24-40” / 18-24”
- Bloom Time Mid – Late Summer
Planting Instructions
Although all of these items do well in average well-drained soil of all types,
for optimum results you can improve your planting success as follows:
For optimum results, plant as follows:
- Spade or Rototill the soil to a depth of 12”
- It’s Always good to add organic matter to you soil. You can mix in a 2-4” layer of dehydrated manure, garden compost, shredded leaves and/or peat moss.
- Dig a hole large enough to spread out roots without bending them. Set crown with buds about 1” below the soil surface.
Continuing Care
Watering
- Water well.
- Keep soil moist but not soggy.
Mulching
- Apply a 2-4” layer of mulch to promote moisture retention, and maintain even garden soil temperatures
Weeding
- Keep your area around your plants free of weeds. Weeds compete with all plants for food water and light. Walk around the garden periodically and pull weeds.
Grooming
- Remove spent flower stems after flowering to maintain an attractive bush-type perennial all summer long.
Feeding
- Discontinue any foliar or liquid feed by early September. Your plants want to harden off for Winter dormancy.
Winterizing
- Let foliage die back naturally in the fall.