Candy Stripes Creeping Phlox
Price range: $7.00 through $16.00
Delight in the enchanting beauty of Candy Stripes Creeping Phlox, a low-growing perennial that creates a stunning carpet of pink and white striped blooms. This easy-care ground cover spreads gracefully, reaching just 6 inches tall while extending up to 24 inches wide. Perfect for rock gardens, borders, or spilling over walls, its sweet-scented flowers attract butterflies and bloom prolifically in spring. Drought-tolerant once established, this hardy plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and provides excellent erosion control on slopes.
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Plant Overview
Candy Stripes Creeping Phlox is a stunning ground cover perennial that creates a carpet of pink and white striped blooms in early spring. This low-growing plant spreads gradually to form dense mats of evergreen foliage, making it perfect for rock gardens, borders, and slopes. The delicate bi-colored flowers create a mesmerizing pattern that adds visual interest to any landscape.
Plant Information
- Latin Name: Phlox subulata ‘Candy Stripes’
- Common Name: Candy Stripes Creeping Phlox
- Watering Requirements: Moderate, well-draining
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Conditions: Well-draining, slightly alkaline to neutral
- Mature Plant Height: 4-6 inches
- Mature Plant Width: 12-24 inches
Plant Care
Candy Stripes Creeping Phlox is a low-maintenance perennial that thrives with minimal care. Regular watering during the establishment period helps develop strong roots. Trim back after flowering to maintain shape and promote dense growth. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to encourage healthy blooms.
Remove spent flowers to extend the blooming period and prevent self-seeding. This hardy plant is deer resistant and attracts butterflies and pollinators to your garden. Winter protection is generally not necessary as it’s cold hardy to zone 2.
Planting Instructions
Plant in spring or fall, spacing plants 12-18 inches apart to allow for spread. Dig holes twice the width of the root ball and at the same depth. Ensure the crown is level with the soil surface to prevent rot. Water thoroughly after planting and apply a layer of mulch to retain moisture.
Choose a location with good air circulation to prevent fungal issues. Avoid wet, heavy soils that can lead to root rot. Once established, Candy Stripes Creeping Phlox is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance to thrive.
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