Phlox paniculata 'Eva Cullum'

Phlox paniculata 'Eva Cullum' is a classic garden phlox known for its rich rosy pink flower clusters that bloom through midsummer. Its upright habit and fragrant blooms bring strong color and presence to sunny borders while supporting a wide range of pollinators.

Height & Spread: 30 - 36 in x 18 - 24 in

Bloom Time: Midsummer

Light Requirements: Full sun to part sun

Soil Preference: Average to moist well drained soil

Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture

Deer Resistance: Deer resistant

Native Status

This species is native to eastern North America and is widely used in cultivated forms such as 'Eva Cullum' for improved color, habit, and garden performance.

WILDLIFE & INSECTS

Butterflies

• Attracts Swallowtails, Painted Ladies, and other nectar seeking butterflies which visit the fragrant flower clusters throughout bloom.

Bees

• Draws native bees and bumblebees which gather nectar and pollen from the dense blooms.

Hummingbirds

• Occasionally visited by hummingbirds which feed on the nectar rich flowers during peak bloom.

Spacing & Landscape Use

Spacing Recommendations

• Space 18 - 24 in apart to allow for airflow and reduce the risk of mildew.

Landscape Placement

• Best suited for sunny borders and cottage style plantings where its height and vibrant blooms can anchor midsummer color.

Companion Plants

• Calamagrostis acutiflora 'Karl Foerster' (Feather Reed Grass) - Adds upright structure that contrasts with the rounded flower heads.
• Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus' (Purple Coneflower) - Provides bold daisy like blooms and extends pollinator interest.
• Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' (Black Eyed Susan) - Offers strong yellow contrast and reliable late summer color.
• Monarda didyma 'Jacob Cline' (Bee Balm) - Brings bright red blooms and additional pollinator activity in the same season.
• Panicum virgatum 'Shenandoah' (Switchgrass) - Introduces vertical form and seasonal foliage color.