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Phlox subulata
'Emerald Blue' Creeping Phlox
'Blue Emerald' has delicate lavender blue flowers which blanket the foliage in late spring. It creates a subtle swathe of color when in bloom. 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.
- » Delicate lavender blue flowers
- » Forms a carpet-like mat of foliage
- » Early spring color
- » Spreading, low-mounding habit
- » Creeps over rocks or retaining walls
Creeping phlox is a versatile, easy to grow groundcover for full sun. Gritty, neutral soils are preferred 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.
- Height
- 4 - 6 in
- Spread
- 24 - 36 in
- Zone
- 3-9
- Color
- Blue
- Categories
- Perennial
- Tags
- Attracts Butterflies; Border or Bed; Great Foliage; Ground Cover; Long Blooming; Low Maintenance
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Creeping phlox is a versatile, easy to grow groundcover for full sun. Gritty, neutral soils are preferred 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.