Phlox subulata 'Drummond's Pink'
(Creeping Phlox, Moss Phlox)
Origin: South and central America
Family: Mimosaceae
Light: Sun-part shade
Height: 6"
Spacing: 3"
Blooms: Bright pink, notched tip petals, mid-Spring
Foliage: Evergreen
Soil: Well-drained, acidic, neutral, mildly alkaline, drought tolerant
Water: Low
Uses: Xeriscaping, ground covers, rock garden, edging, borders, walkway, accent, mixed planting
Propagation: Herbaceous stem cuttings, mound/simple layering
Comments: Phlox subulata 'Drummond's Pink' or Creeping Phlox or Moss Phlox is a perennial groundcover with a low, creeping growth habit. In mid-Spring, it produces masses of lovely bright pink blossoms with notched tip petals. It has evergreen foliage. Phlox subulata 'Drummond's Pink' is easily propagated from stem cuttings, mound or simple layering. It performs best in well-drained, acidic, neutral or mildly alkaline soil in a sunny to part shade environment. It is a fast growing and soon forms a nice mat. Mass plant Creeping Phlox under taller perennials or in borders for an eye-catching display. Use it in edging or in the rock garden. It adds colors along walkways, in mixed or accent planting. is low maintenance and tolerates drought conditions. Moss Phlox makes excellent xeriscaping plants. It adds colors to the shady landscape. Phlox subulata 'Drummond's Pink' is a good performer and returns next season with a more vibrant growth.
USDA Zones: 3-9
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