Prepare to be charmed by the heavenly evening fragrance of Zaluzianskya capensis. Also known as Night Phlox or Midnight Candy, this rare South African perennial is sweetly modest by day and completely enchanting by evening. As the sun goes down, deep maroon buds open into a profusion of innocent-looking white pinwheel flowers, releasing a rich, dessert-like fragrance often compared to warm cake fresh from the oven.

Growing about 12" tall and wide, Night Phlox is especially wonderful in containers, where it can be kept close to patios, porches, entryways, or bedroom windows for maximum after-dark enjoyment. It blooms over a long period, adding charm, scent, and a little nighttime magic to sunny gardens and small spaces.

Plant Zaluzianskya capensis in full sun with well-drained soil. It is easy to grow and often longer-lived in a pot. Cut back to about 4" tall after flowering to encourage another round of bloom. Sweet, unusual, and utterly swoon-worthy, everyone needs a little Midnight Candy.