Phlox is a perennial. Mine did nothing the first year also. The 2nd year,
two of the three patches were absolutely gorgeous and much bigger than
expected. Just water it as necessary this year, trim in early spring and
watch it for next year. Good luck.

"Jeff Hancock" wrote in message
news:sZnQa.5485$b_4.2420@lakeread07...
My summer phlox has done nothing since planting in early June from 1
gallon
container. No growth, no death, no blossoms, no wilting, nothing. Any
ideas? Too hot? Too wet? Soil too rich? Needs a few years to
establish?

Jeff
Hampton Roads, Virginia
Coastal Plains, Zone 8