Quick answer: Drummond phlox (Phlox drummondii) is native to 1 state. What's commonly sold under this name is often a bred variety or the wrong species — see the lookalike alert below. It's typically seed, verified 16 Sep 2026.
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Where it's native
Listed in the directory as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun, Part Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Low water, Dry |
| Soil | Sandy, fertile soils, adapts to alkaline, acidic/circumneutral pH |
| Bloom | Bloom Mar-Jun |
| Height | 6-20 in tall |
| Wildlife value | Nectar source attracts butterflies, not deer resistant |
Introduced in SE US, escaped from cultivation; USDA Native Status L48 (N), CAN (I)
Lookalike alert
Species; SKU is a color-mix bedding strain, not the wild type.
Sold as: Seed via Amazon · listing verified 16 Sep 2026
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Where is Drummond phlox native?
Drummond phlox (Phlox drummondii) is native to Texas. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Drummond phlox bloom?
Drummond phlox blooms Mar-Jun. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Drummond phlox need?
Light: Sun, Part Shade. Water: Low water, Dry. Soil: Sandy, fertile soils, adapts to alkaline, acidic/circumneutral pH. Mature height: 6-20 in tall.
Is Drummond phlox good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Nectar source attracts butterflies, not deer resistant.
Is Drummond phlox deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Drummond phlox is drought-tolerant.
Where can I buy real Drummond phlox seed or plants?
We found a listing sold as seed that names the true species, last checked 16 Sep 2026. Be aware that some sellers offer bred varieties under this name.
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