Instructions: 1. Prepare Soil: Choose well-draining, fertile soil. Loosen the soil to a depth of at least 6-8 inches and remove any rocks or debris. 2. Start Indoors (Optional): For earlier blooms, start phlox seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Use seed trays or pots filled with seed-starting mix. 3. Plant Seeds: Sow phlox seeds on the soil surface and press them lightly into the soil. Do not cover the seeds, as they need light to germinate. Water gently after planting. 4. Provide Light: Phlox seeds need light to germinate. Place the seed trays or pots in a bright location, or use a grow light if starting indoors. 5. Maintain Moisture: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water from the bottom of seed trays to avoid disturbing seeds. 6. Transplant: Once phlox seedlings have developed true leaves and are a few inches tall, transplant them into larger pots or directly into the garden after the last frost date. Space seedlings 8-12 inches apart. 7. Provide Sunlight: Phlox prefers full sun to partial shade. Choose a location that receives at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day. 8. Mulch: Apply a layer of mulch around the base of the phlox plants to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. 9. Watering: Water phlox plants regularly, especially during dry periods. Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. 10. Fertilize (Optional): Apply a balanced fertilizer or compost in the spring to promote healthy growth and abundant blooms. Follow package instructions for dosage. 11. Deadhead: Remove spent flowers (deadheading) to encourage continuous blooming throughout the growing season and to maintain a tidy appearance.