
Candy Stripes Creeping Phlox
Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripes'
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(Mon & Fri 3pm-6pm - 3708 N Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, GA)

Candy Stripes Creeping Phlox is a creeping low-growing evergreen perennial with dark green awl-shaped foliage and cascading stems. The dense carpet of fragrant white flowers with broad pink center stripes and small crimson eyes bloom in mid to early summer attracting butterflies. Best flowering in full sun and rich, moist, well-drained soils.
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Height: |
- 0.5' |
Spread: |
1’ - 3’ |
Spacing: |
1.5’ |
USDA Hardiness Zone: |
3 - 9 |
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Bloom Color: |
White + Pink |
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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: Photo by David J. Stang, Phlox subulata Candy Stripe 6zz, CC BY-SA 4.0