Phlox subulata 'Emerald Cushion Blue' ~ Emerald Cushion Blue Creeping Phlox

Phlox subulata 'Emerald Cushion Blue' ~ Emerald Cushion Blue Creeping PhloxEmerald Cushion Blue Creeping Phlox is a dense low growing native evergreen perennial with rich deep green awl shaped foliage that is nearly covered by the carpet of pale lavender blue flowers that bloom in early spring. Best flowering in full sun and rich, moist, well drained soils. Type: Perennial Origins: Appalachian Mountains, GA Native Height: 0. 5' Spread: 1 1. 5 Spacing: 1 USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 9 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Blue

Emerald Cushion Blue Creeping Phlox is a dense low-growing native evergreen perennial with rich deep green awl-shaped foliage that is nearly covered by the carpet of pale lavender-blue flowers that bloom in early spring.  Best flowering in full sun and rich, moist, well-drained soils. 

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Medium Maintenance. Water regularly and do not overcrowd.  Spider mites can be a problem in hot and dry climates.  Foliar nematode can be an issue in humid/wet conditions.  Cut back foliage after flowering to promote denser growth and stimulate possible rebloom.

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Rock Gardens, Wildlife Garden, Native Garden, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS: Solidago, Cheddar Pinks, Candy Tuffs

IMAGE: BallSeed Inc, Phlox subulata Emerald Cushion Blue

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.