Moss Phlox. A mat-forming alpine with narrow bright green leaves and salmon-pink flowers. Max Height 10cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Phlox subulata ‘Alexander’s Surprise’
A mat-forming alpine with narrow bright green leaves and salmon-pink flowers.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Phlox |
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Species | subulata |
Varietry | 'Alexander's Surprise' |
Common Name | Moss Phlox |
Flower Colour | pink |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 10cm |
Family | Polemoniaceae |
Spread | 30cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, June |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Rock garden |
Toxicity | |
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