Ideal Temperature for Garden phlox
Images of Garden phlox
Signs of Cold Temperatures in Garden phlox
Symptoms
Garden phlox tolerates cold well and flourishes when temperatures are above 60℉. In winter, it needs to stay above 50℉. If the temperature drops below 40℉, while no immediate changes might be seen in winter, there could be reduced or no sprouting in spring.
Solutions
In spring, remove any sections that have not sprouted.
Signs of High Temperatures in Garden phlox
Symptoms
In summer, Garden phlox should be maintained below 75℉. When temperatures go above 85℉, the plant's leaves might lighten, curl, be prone to sunburn, and in severe cases, the whole plant may wilt and dry out.
Solutions
Remove any parts that are sunburned and dried. Relocate the plant to a spot offering protection from midday and afternoon sun, or use a shade cloth. Water the plant in the morning and evening to keep the soil damp.
