Phlox subulata ~ Creeping Phlox, Blue

Creeping Phlox is a creeping low-growing native evergreen perennial with dark green awl-shaped foliage and cascading stems.  The dense carpet of fragrant five-petaled flowers with distinctive notches that can be shades of purple, pink, or occasionally white and bloom through spring attracting butterflies.  Best flowering in full sun and rich, moist, well-drained soils.  This selection is a blue flowering variety. Type:  Perennial Origins: Appalachian Mountains, GA Native  Height:   - 0.5'  Spread:  1’ - 2’ Spacing:  1.5’ USDA Hardiness Zone:  3 - 9 Culture:  Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color:  Blue Season of Interest: Spring, Summer, Year-Round MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Medium Maintenance. Water regularly and do not overcrowd.  Spider mites can be a problem in hot and dry climates.  Foliar nematode can be an issue in humid/wet conditions.  Cut back foliage after flowering to promote denser growth and stimulate possible rebloom. LANDSCAPE