About
A neat, mat-forming evergreen perennial to 10cm in height, with small, awl-shaped, dark green leaves and rounded, dark-eyed purplish-pink flowers 1.5cm across from late spring.
About the genus
Phlox may be evergreen or herbaceous, mat-forming or erect perennials or shrubs, with simple leaves and salver-shaped flowers in terminal clusters
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeAlpine Rockery, Herbaceous Perennial
HabitMatforming
FoliageEvergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesGravel garden, Rock garden, Patio and container plants
Care notes
CultivationGrow in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Suitable for rock garden, alpine house, in dry walls or as edging
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings of non-flowering stems
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to phlox eelworm
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to powdery mildews and a leaf spot