Phlox subulata

Phlox subulata growing subshrub herbaceous of the genus Phlox also known as Creeping phlox or Moss phlox, Phlox subulata perennial evergreen plant, used as ornamental ground cover plant, can grow in temperate or subtropical climate and growing in the hardiness zone 3-9.

Leaves color green in linear shape.

Phlox subulata flower

Flower color purple, blue, white or pink with five petals

Phlox subulata for sale – Seeds or Plants to Buy

Requirements for Phlox subulata growing and care:

Well drained soil

What is the best way to start growing?
Plant / Seed / Vegetative reproduction

Is it necessary to graft or use vegetative reproduction?
No

Difficulties or problems when growing:
?

Planting season:
Spring / Summer

Pests and diseases:
Aphids

Pruning season:
Autumn / Winter

How to prune:
Dead parts and control the growth

Size of the plant?
10-30cm, 4-12 feet

Growth speed in optimal condition:
Fast growing / Medium growing

Water requirement:
Average amount of water / Big amount of water

Light conditions in optimal condition for growing:
Full Sun / Half Shade

Is it possible to grow as houseplant?
No

Growing is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers:
Yes

Blooming information

Bloom season?
Spring / Summer

General information about the flower:
Purple, blue, white or pink flowers with five petals

Scientific name:

Phlox subulata