Moss Phlox
Phlox subulata
Also called Creeping 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: Maine Audubon