Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.

Overwatering can lead to root rot, while insufficient water will cause wilting and reduced blooming.

Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage more blooms and maintain a tidy appearance. Pinch back young plants to promote bushier growth. Light pruning can be done to shape the plant or remove leggy stems.

Annual Phlox is typically grown from seed, sown directly outdoors after the last frost or started indoors 6-8 weeks prior. Seeds germinate in 7-14 days. It can also be propagated by stem cuttings taken in early summer.

As an annual, Phlox drummondii is usually grown in containers or directly in the garden bed and is not typically repotted. If grown in a pot and the plant outgrows it, repot in spring to a slightly larger container with fresh potting mix.