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Moss Phlox

Phlox Subulata

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Overview

Moss Phlox (Phlox subulata) is a dense ground cover, renowned for its vibrant spring bloom. Ideal for rock gardens or edging, it reaches 6 inches tall, spreading to 2 feet. Tiny needle-like leaves create a lush mat, offering hues of pink, purple, white, or blue. Prefers well-drained soil, full sun to partial shade. Hardy in zones 3-9, it's low maintenance, drought-tolerant once established, and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 3–10Type PerennialClimate Temperate

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — The blossoms come in a variety of hues including pink

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Perennial
Family: Polemoniaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — purple flowers in the garden; this native of North America thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9, exhibiting, image 73

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds; each measuring about 0.5 inches across, image 81

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — With a growth habit that reaches a modest height of 4 to 6 inches and a spread of up to 2 feet; it's an ideal ground, image 59

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — preferring well-drained soil but able to tolerate sandy or rocky conditions; creating an eye-catching effect.<br><br>Moss Phlox

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — purple flowers in the garden

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — each measuring about 0.5 inches across; making it a smart choice for xeriscaping or low-maintenance gardens

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — It has a moderate growth rate and requires full sun for best blooming, although it can endure light shade; purple, image 68

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — preferring well-drained soil but able to tolerate sandy or rocky conditions

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — the plant becomes a stunning quilt of color as it bursts into a profusion of star-shaped flowers, image 38

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — creating an eye-catching effect.<br><br>Moss Phlox is highly adaptable; with a growth habit that reaches a modest height of 4 to

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — Moss Phlox (Phlox subulata) is a dense ground cover, renowned for its vibrant spring bloom; prefers well-drained soil, full sun

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — Ideal for rock gardens or edging, it reaches 6 inches tall, spreading to 2 feet; lending a fine-textured appearance, image 52

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — With a growth habit that reaches a modest height of 4 to 6 inches and a spread of up to 2 feet

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — Tiny needle-like leaves create a lush mat, offering hues of pink, purple, white, or blue

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — Phlox subulata is resistant to deer and drought; this perennial has low water needs once established

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — Phlox subulata is resistant to deer and drought

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — Moss Phlox (Phlox subulata) is a dense ground cover, renowned for its vibrant spring bloom; prefers well-drained, image 51

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — lending a fine-textured appearance year-round

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — further enhancing its desirability for sustainable landscaping endeavors

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — Prefers well-drained soil, full sun to partial shade; perennial for full

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — The blossoms come in a variety of hues including pink; ideal for rock gardens or edging, it reaches 6 inches tall, image 65

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — it's an ideal ground cover for slopes; preferring well-drained soil but able to tolerate sandy or rocky conditions

Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) — lending a fine-textured appearance year-round; perennial with purple blooms

Photographs by 14 contributors

DrTerraKhan, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
Raita Futo from Tokyo, Japan, CC BY 2.0 · source
掬茶, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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Tony Hisgett from Birmingham, UK, CC BY 2.0 · source
David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Bob Gutowski from Flourtown, CC BY 2.0 · source
Dennis Redfield, CC BY 2.0 · source
Digigalos, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
些細な日常, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Σ64, CC BY 3.0 · source
Anneli Salo, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
Opioła Jerzy (Poland), CC BY 2.5 · source
Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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