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Creeping Phlox

Phlox subulata

Also called Moss Phlox. Perfect for rock gardens, borders, and edge plantings, this native carpet-forming, spreading plant has reddish-purple, pink, and occasionally white tubular, fragrant flowers. Pollinators love it!

BLOOM TIME

  • April
  • May

SUNLIGHT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

SOIL TYPE

  • Well Drained
  • Dry
  • Moist
  • Texture (Sand)
  • Texture (Loam)
  • High Organic Matter
  • pH Acid <6.0

HEIGHT

less than 1'

CATERPILLAR SPECIES HOSTED

1-10

WILDLIFE BENEFITED

Caterpillars, Pollinators, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Artist: Michael Boardman

Photo Credit: Arthur Haines