Phlox subulata 'Drummond's Pink' (Creeping Phlox)

Drummond's Pink Phlox, Alpine Phlox 'Drummond's Pink', Moss Phlox 'Drummond's Pink', Creeping Phlox 'Drummond's Pink'

The common Creeping Phlox, Phlox subulata 'Drummond's Pink, is an evergreen perennial that blooms profusely in mid- to late spring with masses of big, starry, deep rose flowers that cover the foliage. It grows vigorously, creates a lovely flower carpet, and offers color for about 3–4 weeks. Perfect for flower borders, slopes, and rocky locations.

Plant Type Perennials
Hardiness Zone 2-9
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Mid Spring, Late Spring
Height1" - 6" (in)
Spread12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in)
Spacing 18 in - 20 in
Water Needs Low, Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil PH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Evergreen, Showy
Tolerance Deer, Drought, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil, Salt
Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs
Phlox subulata 'Drummond's Pink' (Creeping Phlox) | Drummond's Pink Phlox, Alpine Phlox 'Drummond's Pink', Moss Phlox 'Drummond's Pink', Creeping Phlox 'Drummond's Pink' || The common Creeping Phlox, Phlox subulata 'Drummond's Pink, is an evergreen perennial that blooms profusely in mid- to late spring with masses of big, starry, deep rose flowers that cover the foliage. It grows vigorously, creates a lovely flower carpet, and offers color for about 3–4 weeks. Perfect for flower borders, slopes, and rocky locations.
Full Sun, Mid Spring, Late Spring, Low Water Needs, Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Well-Drained, Evergreen, Showy, Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Dry Soil Tolerant, Rocky Soil Tolerant, Salt Tolerant, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs
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