About
Phlox longifolia subsp. Clusters of small pink to purple, rarely white, flowers with shallowly-notched petals are borne in spring. brevifolia is a low-growing, evergreen perennial to around 15cm tall with softly hairy, oblong to linear leaves to 3cm long.
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
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeAlpine Rockery, Herbaceous Perennial
HabitMatforming
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Native toW North America
Care notes
CultivationGrow in fertile, moist soil in full sun or partial shade. See phlox cultivation for further advice
PruningNo pruning required, but can be trimmed after flowering
PropagationPropagate by seed or by softwood cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be affecterd by powdery mildews