Phlox subulata ~ Creeping Phlox, Moss Phlox

Phlox subulata ~ Creeping Phlox, Moss PhloxCreeping Phlox is a creeping low growing native evergreen perennial with dark green awl shaped foliage and cascading stems. The dense carpet of fragrant five petaled flowers with distinctive notches that can be shades of purple, pink, or occasionally white and bloom through spring attracting butterflies. Best flowering in full sun and rich, moist, well drained soils. Type: Perennial Origins: Appalachian Mountains, GA Native Height: 0. 5' Spread: 1 2

Creeping Phlox is a creeping low-growing native evergreen perennial with dark green awl-shaped foliage and cascading stems.  The dense carpet of fragrant five-petaled flowers with distinctive notches that can be shades of purple, pink, or occasionally white and bloom through spring attracting butterflies.  Best flowering in full sun and rich, moist, well-drained soils. 

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Medium Maintenance. Water regularly and do not overcrowd.  Spider mites can be a problem in hot and dry climates.  Foliar nematode can be an issue in humid/wet conditions.  Cut back foliage after flowering to promote denser growth and stimulate possible rebloom.

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Rock Gardens, Wildlife Garden, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS: Clematis, Beardtongue, Rose

IMAGE: PХомелка, Phlox subulata in Botanical garden, Minsk 47, CC BY-SA 3.0