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Candy Stripe Moss Phlox

Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe'

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Overview

Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripe') is a vibrant, low-growing perennial boasting eye-catching white and pink striped petals. Ideal for borders and rock gardens, it spreads 18-24 inches, forming a dense 4-6 inch-high mat of needle-like foliage. This sun-loving groundcover blooms profusely in spring, is drought-tolerant once established, and thrives in well-drained soil. Attracts pollinators while resisting deer. Hardy in Zones 3-9.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 3–10Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — multi-colored and pink and white flowers in the garden
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — showcasing its beauty in early to late springCandy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — though preferring well-draining conditions; forming a dense 4-6 inch-high mat of needle-like foliageCandy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — perennial for fullCandy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — though preferring well-draining conditionsCandy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — forming a dense 4-6 inch-high mat of needle-like foliageCandy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — This sun-loving groundcover blooms profusely in spring+34

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Mature height
4–6 Inches
Mature width
30–36 Inches

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Polemoniaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — multi-colored and pink and white flowers in the garden
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — showcasing its beauty in early to late spring
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — though preferring well-draining conditions; forming a dense 4-6 inch-high mat of needle-like foliage
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — perennial for full
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — though preferring well-draining conditions
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — forming a dense 4-6 inch-high mat of needle-like foliage
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — This sun-loving groundcover blooms profusely in spring
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — with peak blooming typically occurring in April.<br><br>Adaptable to a range of soil types
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — This cultivar thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3 to 9; commonly referred to as Candy Stripe Moss Phlox
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — or cascading over retaining walls due to its mat-forming growth habit; this phlox variety should be
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — This sun-loving groundcover blooms profusely in spring; perennial with multi-colored and pink and
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — Attracts pollinators while resisting deer
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — and thrives in well-drained soil; candy Stripe Moss Phlox excels in rock gardens
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — Candy Stripe Moss Phlox excels in rock gardens
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — Candy Stripe Moss Phlox excels in rock gardens; showcasing its beauty in early to late spring
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — with peak blooming typically occurring in April.<br><br>Adaptable to a range of soil types; coupled
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — showcasing its beauty in early to late spring; each plant can spread up to 2 feet wide
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — makes it an excellent choice for both novice and seasoned gardeners
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — and thrives in well-drained soil
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — or cascading over retaining walls due to its mat-forming growth habit
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — this phlox variety should be planted in an area receiving full sun to partial shade
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — perennial with multi-colored and pink and white blooms
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — Its low-maintenance character
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — Attracts pollinators while resisting deer; a light application of a balanced
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