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Creeping Phlox

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Creeping Phlox

Ground cover

Phlox subulata

  • Partial sun
  • Zones 3–9
  • 60 days to maturity
  • Flowers
  • 12" spacing
  • Moderate water
  • pH 6–8
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  • Overview

    A spectacular spring bloomer that transforms landscapes into carpets of vibrant color. This hardy perennial forms dense mats of needle-like evergreen foliage topped with masses of five-petaled flowers in pink, purple, white, or red. Perfect for rock gardens, slopes, and anywhere you need reliable, low-maintenance color that returns year after year.

  • Planting

    Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost, or direct sow in fall. Can also propagate by division in spring or fall.

  • Growing

    Sun: partial. Water: moderate. Soil pH: 6–8. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 14-21.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Spider mites, nematodes in poor growing conditions. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, root rot in poorly drained soil.