Spring Light Pink Creeping Phlox is a low-growing evergreen perennial with dark green awl shaped foliage. A carpet of shell pink flowers with gold eyes and hot pink centers coat the foliage in spring. Best flowering in full sun and rich, moist, well-drained soils. Powdery mildew resistant and drought tolerant.
Type: |
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Origins: |
Appalachian Mountains, GA Native |
Height: |
- 0.5' |
Spread: |
0.5’ - 1’ |
Spacing: |
1’ |
USDA Hardiness Zone: |
3 - 9 |
Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Pink |
Season of Interest: |
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, Native Garden, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Solidago, Cheddar Pinks, Candy Tuffs
IMAGES: Photoset by ajari, (1) Phlox subulata_18, (2) Phlox sublulata_04
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.

