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Phlox Trot™ Pink Creeping Phlox
Phlox sublata
SKU #45769
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Allow soil to dry slightly before watering.
SIZE:
Reaches 4 to 6 in. tall, 14 to 18 in. wide.
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| Description | A beautiful groundcover with the largest flowers of any creeping phlox. The big lavender-pink blooms create a blanket of color throughout spring. Wonderful creeping over the edge of rock walls. Excellent bank cover. More heat tolerant than garden phlox. An herbaceous perennial. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | All spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Care Instructions | Prefers moist, well-drained loamy or sandy soils, with a neutral pH. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun in hot summer regions. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Prune spent blooms for a tidy appearance. Fertilize in early spring |
Details
| Description | A beautiful groundcover with the largest flowers of any creeping phlox. The big lavender-pink blooms create a blanket of color throughout spring. Wonderful creeping over the edge of rock walls. Excellent bank cover. More heat tolerant than garden phlox. An herbaceous perennial. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | All spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
Care
| Care Instructions | Prefers moist, well-drained loamy or sandy soils, with a neutral pH. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun in hot summer regions. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Prune spent blooms for a tidy appearance. Fertilize in early spring |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Phlox Trot™ Pink Creeping Phlox produce flowers?
All spring
Is Phlox Trot™ Pink Creeping Phlox evergreen or deciduous?
Phlox Trot™ Pink Creeping Phlox is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Phlox Trot™ Pink Creeping Phlox?
Phlox Trot™ Pink Creeping Phlox is Attracts Butterflies, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Phlox Trot™ Pink Creeping Phlox resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Tolerates Urban Pollution
How fast does Phlox Trot™ Pink Creeping Phlox grow?
Phlox Trot™ Pink Creeping Phlox has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Phlox Trot™ Pink Creeping Phlox?
Phlox Trot™ Pink Creeping Phlox grows in an Spreading habit.
Where can I use Phlox Trot™ Pink Creeping Phlox in my landscape?
Phlox Trot™ Pink Creeping Phlox is suitable for: Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging.
What color are Phlox Trot™ Pink Creeping Phlox flowers?
Phlox Trot™ Pink Creeping Phlox produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Phlox Trot™ Pink Creeping Phlox?
Phlox Trot™ Pink Creeping Phlox has Green foliage.
How do I care for Phlox Trot™ Pink Creeping Phlox?
Prefers moist, well-drained loamy or sandy soils, with a neutral pH. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun in hot summer regions. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Prune spent blooms for a tidy appearance. Fertilize in early spring
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.