Phlox subulata
Creeping Phlox (Transitional Plant)
Clusters of five-petaled flowers in vibrant shades of pink, red, lavender, blue-purple, or white cover this spring-flowering, short accent groundcover. Commonly used in rock gardens, along paths, at foundations and at the edge of beds or cascading over low walls.
Additional Information:
Height 4-6 Inches
|
|
Spread 12-24 Inches
|
Home Owner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Shear the stems back one-third to halfway after flowering every year to promote lush new foliage, enhance vigor, reduce the amount of topgrowth as compared to the shallow root system, and reduce pest infestation.
Characteristics & Attributes
Nature Attracting
|
Season of Interest
• |
Early (Feb-Apr) |
• |
Mid (May-June) |
|
Soil Moisture
|
Special Uses
• |
Ground Cover |
• |
Containers |
|
Sun Exposure
• |
Medium Sun/Average Shade |
• |
Full Sun |
|
USFS MO Ecological Map
|
Wildlife Benefit
|