Perennials

Phlox 'Opening Act Blush'

Opening Act Blush hybrid phlox

'Opening Act Blush' Phlox hybrid, Photo courtesy of Proven Winners

Early, fragrant lavender-pink blooms rise above glossy foliage. A naturally short phlox with a long flowering season. Keep soil consistently moist but well drained. Allow good air circulation and feed during active growth.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part sun
Mature size: 18–20 in. tall × 18–20 in. wide
Water: Consistently moist
Hardiness: USDA zones 4–8
Bloom: Lavender pink; late spring–summer, with repeat bloom.

Sizes & prices

#1$12.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Drought: Water during dry spells.
Wet soil: Moist, well-drained soil; avoid standing water.
Disease: Mildew-resistant foliage.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Native range

Native range / parentage: Garden hybrid with North American native ancestry.

Sources & photo credits

Proven Winners

Photo: 'Opening Act Blush' Phlox hybrid, Photo courtesy of Proven Winners · Authorized promotional use

Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.