Phlox subulata 'Eye Candy' PP31484

Common Name: Creeping Phlox, Moss Pinks

Creeping Phlox are a classic harbinger of spring, exploding with color as a sign that the final days of winter are past. 'Eye Candy' forms a mound of bright green, needle-like foliage that is totally covered in light lavender pink flowers with a dark wine purple eye. This has a more refined habit than 'Emerald Pink', but has a healthy, vigorous habit in line with the popular 'North Hills'.

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

Height:

4.0-6.0 Inches

Spread:

18.0-20.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

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

Flower Color:

Purple 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:

Mid 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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