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Common
name: "Mat or Creeping Phlox"
Latin name: Phlox stolonifera
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Zone: 4
- 8
Elevation to:
Growth habit: Mat forming
Max height: 4" - 6"
Spread: 12"
Flowers: Yes, May - June
Flower type: Cymes
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 8+
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Pictured: Pholx
stolonifera 'Home Fires' |
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Cultivation:
Plant in partial sun to full shade in compost rich, well drained
soil. Space new container grown plants 12" - 18" apart. This Phlox performs well when planted under trees or bushes.
A good choice for mountain homes.
Propagation:
Seed can be started in a cold frame or greenhouse and moved
outdoors after danger of hard frost has passed. For quicker
growth, purchase pre-started plants in packs or pots at your local
Garden Center. Perennials can be divided in spring.
Potential pests ~ diseases:
Mildews. |
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