Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripes'

Common Name: Creeping Phlox, Moss Pinks

"Candy Stripes" has cute pink and white striped flowers which blanket the foliage in late spring. Plant this one up close where you can watch it bloom!

Creeping phlox is a low-growing species which forms a carpet-like mat no taller than 6 inches. This popular little perennial is best utilized in rocky areas, on slopes, and in flower borders.

Height:

4.0-6.0 Inches

Spread:

12.0-18.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9

Flower Color:

Pink shades

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Low Water Needs Average Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Late Spring

Attracts Wings:

Attracts Butterflies

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Cottage Eclectic Rain Garden Rock Garden

Other Features:

Border Plant Easy To Grow Edging Ground Cover Mass Planting Salt Tolerant

Origin:

Native to North America

Creeping phlox is a versatile, easy to grow groundcover for full sun. Gritty, neutral soils are prefered and good drainage is essential. It's a good idea to shear this plant back and clean up any dead foliage in early summer, just after it's finished blooming. This will produce denser foliage and will encourage it to rebloom. Divisions can be made every few years in summer.

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