Phlox subulata 'Emerald Blue' Description
Creeping phlox, or Phlox subulata ushers in spring like no other sun perennial groundcover.
In late spring, hundreds of fragrant star-shaped blue blooms burst forth in such masses they obscure the foliage.
Sun loving creeping phlox forms a low growing mat-forming groundcover. Leaves are narrow and pointed, and stay evergreen adding 4 seasons of interest!
Highly adaptable to most well-drained soils whether acidic, or alkaline. It even grows in gravelly soil!
Stunning in mass plantings. Use as a foreground planting to colorful coneflowers, upright sedums or medium sized shrubs.
Special features: Attracts butterflies, Cold hardy, Deer resistant, Drought tolerant, Easy care, Evergreen, Fast growing, Fragrance, Heat tolerant, Tolerates foot traffic, Winter interest
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Quick Facts
- Botanical name:
Phlox subulata 'Blue Emerald' - Common name:
Creeping phlox - Zone:
3,4,5,6,7,8,9 - Sun exposure:
Sun-Part shade-Shade
- Delivery:
See schedule - Ship form:
1 quart - Soil type:
Normal, Sandy - Soil moisture:
Average, Moist
- Height x width:
4-6" x 24" - Flower color:
Blue - Foliage color:
Green - Bloom season:
Late spring-early summer
- Uses:
Alpine and rock, Container gardening, Edging, Ground cover, Rock garden, Small spaces - Cannot ship to:
AK, HI - Patent #:None
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PLANTING GUIDE
Soil: Well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Plants prefer soil with a slightly acid to neutral pH.
Light: Phlox grow best in full sun (or partial shade in the South)
Water: Medium.
Spacing: 15 - 18 inches
Fertilizing: A general purpose slow-acting granular fertilizer worked into the soil around the plants in the spring is sufficient for phlox for the season.
Winterizing: No special care needed. Leave foliage standing in winter, and clean up spent foliage in spring.
Maintenance & pruning: Cut back stems after flowering by 1/2. This will maintain dense growth and attractive habit for the summer months. This will also encourage some fall rebloom. Cut out any brown stems.Reviews
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