Phlox 'Olympus'

Phlox 'Olympus' is an exceptional tall garden phlox that fully matures in its third year, reaching 18 to 36 inches in height with a slightly smaller spread. What sets 'Olympus' apart is its spectacular variegated foliage, which features lance-shaped dark green leaves adorned with wide, creamy yellow margins, tinged with pink and red as they unfurl. This stunning backdrop perfectly highlights the plant's clusters of rosy-mauve flowers with striking white centers. Blooming continuously through summer, these fragrant, nectar-rich blossoms attract butterflies and hummingbirds, making 'Olympus' as functional as it is beautiful. Perfect for cut arrangements, its blooms add elegance to indoor bouquets while leaving plenty for pollinators in the garden.

A variety of Phlox paniculata, commonly called tall or garden phlox, 'Olympus' is a hardy perennial for Zones 4-8. Its vivid flowers and ornamental foliage make it a standout in cottage gardens, perennial borders, and butterfly gardens.

'Olympus' thrives in sunny to partly sunny locations with nutrient-rich, well-drained soil that remains consistently moist. It benefits from regular watering, particularly during dry periods. Applying a summer mulch helps retain moisture and regulate root temperature. For optimal growth, provide good air circulation to minimize disease and fertilize annually in spring. Deadheading faded flowers extends its blooming season. This deer-resistant perennial offers beauty with minimal effort.

Plant 'Olympus' phlox roots in spring, spacing them 18 to 24 inches apart and burying them 1½ to 2 inches deep.