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Confetti Cake™ Garden Phlox delivers a fresh, polished look with crisp white flower clusters accented by soft pink eyes from late spring into summer. The upright habit stays neat and sturdy, reaching 24 to 30 inches tall without the flopping common to older garden phlox varieties. Clean green foliage supports the blooms and keeps the plant attractive even between flushes. Compared with many traditional phlox, this selection brings better uniformity and a longer display in sunny borders. We usually recommend Phlox paniculata ‘Balphlxwip277’ USPPAF to gardeners who love traditional garden phlox but want cleaner foliage and a more reliable flowering habit.
This North American native perennial is prized for its pollinator appeal, drawing butterflies and beneficial insects throughout the bloom season. The flowers are lightly fragrant and make excellent cut stems for summer arrangements. Confetti Cake™ forms a tidy clump rather than spreading aggressively, making it easy to integrate into mixed borders and cottage-style plantings. Deer tend to pass it by, and the plant holds up well through summer heat with basic care.
Confetti Cake™ Garden Phlox Care
Plant Confetti Cake™ Garden Phlox in full sun for the strongest stems and best flower production; note that it will tolerate light afternoon shade in warmer regions. It prefers garden soil that holds some moisture yet drains freely, with a soil pH in the slightly acidic to neutral range, roughly 6.0 to 7.0. Consistent moisture during active growth supports fuller flower clusters and reduces stress during hot spells. An annual application of compost or a balanced fertilizer in spring is usually sufficient. Good air movement around the plant helps maintain healthy foliage through the season.
Remove spent flower heads as they fade to encourage continued blooming and keep the plant looking tidy. In late fall, stems can be cut back after frost, or left standing until early spring if winter structure is desired. Thin crowded stems in spring if needed to improve airflow. Container-grown plants benefit from extra attention during heat, as pots dry more quickly than in-ground plantings.
Confetti Cake™ Garden Phlox Spacing
Space Confetti Cake™ Garden Phlox 16 to 18 inches apart to allow clumps to fill in without crowding. This spacing works well for borders and mass plantings while maintaining good airflow. For containers, choose a pot at least 14 to 16 inches wide with enough depth to support the root system. Adequate spacing promotes stronger growth and more consistent flowering.
Confetti Cake™ Garden Phlox Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 9 |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 24 - 30 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 16 - 18 Inches |
| Spacing: 16 - 18 Inches |
| Bloom Time: Late Spring to Summer |
| Flower Color(s): White with Pink Eyes |
| Flower Description: Clusters of crisp white flowers with sweet pink centers |
| Common Name: Confetti Cake Garden Phlox |
| Botanical Name: Phlox paniculata ‘Balphlxwip277‘ USPPAF |
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Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2026. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 30th |
| Zone 9 | March 30th |
| Zone 8 | April 6th |
| Zone 7 | April 13th |
| Zone 6b | April 20st |
| Zone 6a | April 27th |
| Zone 5b | May 4th |
| Zone 5a | May 11th |
| Zone 4 | May 18th |
| Zone 3 | May 25th |
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