Creeping Phlox. A spreading alpine with dark green leaves and pale to deep purple flowers in early summer. Max Height 10cm to 15cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to July. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Phlox stolonifera
A spreading alpine with dark green leaves and pale to deep purple flowers in early summer.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Phlox |
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Species | stolonifera |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Creeping Phlox |
Flower Colour | purple |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Partial shade |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 10cm, 15cm |
Family | Polemoniaceae |
Spread | 30cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Spreading |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, July |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Rock garden, Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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