About
Phlox stolonifera, the creeping phlox, is a prostrate, mat-forming, evergreen perennial with oval-shaped, green leaves and loose clusters of lavender-pink flowers in spring and summer. An excellent, low-growing ground cover for a partly shaded, moist, well-drained border.
About the genus
Phlox are evergreen or herbaceous, mat-forming or erect perennials or shrubs with simple leaves and salver-shaped or flat-faced flowers in terminal clusters, ranging from compact alpines to tall border perennials. Popular and reliable garden plants.
Growing conditions
SunlightPartial shade
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitMatforming
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationGrow in fertile, moist soil in full sun or partial shade. See phlox cultivation for further advice
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by division in autumn or spring, by basal cuttings in spring, or by a root cutting in early autumn or winter
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to stem and bulb eelworm
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to Powdery mildews, grey moulds and leafy gall