Emerald Blue Creeping Phlox is a low-growing evergreen perennial native to the eastern and central states. The dark green awl-shaped foliage is nearly covered by the dense carpet of pale violet-blue flowers that bloom in spring. Best flowering in full sun and rich, moist, well-drained soils. Powdery mildew resistant and drought tolerant.
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Type:
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Perennial
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Origins:
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Appalachian Mountains, GA Native
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Height:
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- 0.5'
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Spread:
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2’ - 3’
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Spacing:
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2’
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USDA Hardiness Zone:
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3 - 9
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Culture:
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Full Sun, Part Sun
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Bloom Color:
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Blue
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Season of Interest:
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Spring, Year-Round
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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 USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Rock Gardens, Wildlife Garden, Native Garden, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Solidago, Cheddar Pinks, Candy Tuffs
IMAGE: Photo by David J. Stang, Phlox subulata Emerald Blue 7zz, CC BY-SA 4.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
