FLAME™ White - Upright Phlox

FLAME™ White is a compact, bushy phlox with clear white, fragrant flower clusters above deep green foliage. Its midsummer display suits the front of a sunny border or a mixed container and can attract butterflies and hummingbirds. [Exact-selection profile](https://www.perennials.com/plants/phlox-paniculata-flame-white.html) ## Seasonal interest The flowers open in midsummer and continue into late summer. The exact profile describes the selection as a dwarf mound and reports good powdery mildew resistance. [Exact-selection profile](https://www.perennials.com/plants/phlox-paniculata-flame-white.html) ## Growing conditions Grow in full sun and average to moist soil with good drainage. The profile lists USDA zones 3–9 and mature dimensions of about 12–18 inches high and wide. Use it near the front of a sunny border, in a mixed container, or as a small cut-flower accent. [Exact-selection profile](https://www.perennials.com/plants/phlox-paniculata-flame-white.html) ## Maintenance Water deeply during dry spells. Remove faded flower clusters to encourage more buds, and provide good air movement; avoid overhead watering when practical to reduce conditions that favor powdery mildew. The breeder’s FLAME culture guide also emphasizes high light and porous, well-drained growing media. [FLAME culture guide](https://www.darwinperennials.com/controls/MarketingPDF.aspx?blobid=7)