Creeping Phlox/Thrift
Example of approximately what these plants look like when shipped. See the eighth photograph of any plant to see a photo of what it looks like when shipped.Creeping phlox is one groundcover we offer that we absolutely will not do without.
Versatile, easy-to-grow, and stunning when left to
cascade
over a rock wall or down a large
slope
where it is effective at
erosion control,
Phlox will paint a landscape in mossy-evergreen
foliage and brilliant blossoms in springtime.
Low growing,
tolerant of drought,
and adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions, we can guarantee you'll want several varieties of this hardy, strong performer.
See photographs comparing average sizes of some bare roots and potted plants
Product
Phlox 'Blue Emerald' {3 1/2 in. Pots
min 25} 25 - 249: $6.27 each | 250 - 999: $5.97 each Dainty and demure blue-lavender blooms blanket this low-growing evergreen carpet-like creeper in spring, painting slopes in amethyst tones. Excellent in rock gardens, on banks and in flower borders. 4-6" tall. In stock. |
Phlox 'Candy Stripe' {3 1/2 in. Pots
min 25} 25 - 249: $6.27 each | 250 - 999: $5.97 each Dainty pink and white blooms blanket this low-growing evergreen carpet-like creeper in spring, painting slopes in pastel tones. Excellent in rock gardens, on banks and in flower borders. 4-6" tall. In stock. |
Phlox 'Drummond's Pink' {3 1/2 in. Pots
min 25} 25 - 249: $6.27 each | 250 - 999: $5.97 each An evergreen, low-growing, cascading carpet-like spreader with a mossy appearance covered in a fusion of fuchsia blooms for 2-4 weeks in late-spring to early summer. Wonderful for erosion control. 4-6" tall. In stock. |
Phlox 'Purple Beauty' {3 1/2 in. Pots
min 25} 25 - 249: $6.27 each | 250 - 999: $5.97 each An evergreen, low-growing carpet-like spreader with a mossy appearance and dense, cascading coverage. Profuse lilac blooms with deep purple centers flower in late-spring to early summer. 4-6" tall. In stock. |
Phlox 'Red Wings' {3 1/2 in. Pots
min 25} 25 - 249: $6.27 each | 250 - 999: $5.97 each Dainty star-shaped fuchsia blooms blanket this low-growing evergreen carpet-like creeper in spring painting slopes in vibrant tones. Excellent in rock gardens, on banks and in flower borders. 4-6" tall. In stock. |
Phlox 'Snowflake' {3 1/2 in. Pots
min 25} 25 - 249: $6.27 each | 250 - 999: $5.97 each Dainty star-shaped snow-white blooms blanket this low-growing evergreen carpet-like creeper in spring, painting slopes in clouds of white. Excellent in rock gardens, on banks and in flower borders. 4-6" tall. In stock. |
20% off Sunny Purple Deer Mix: 25 Purple Mazus + 25 Phlox 'Purple Beauty' On Sale!: $250.80 Regularly: $313.50 Save 20% on this collection of rich purple blooms that will attract a lot of attention... but not from deer! For a sunny location in zones 4-9. In stock. |
20% off Stunning Phlox Mix: 25 Phlox 'Drummond's Pink', 25 Phlox 'Candy Stripe', 25 Phlox 'Snowflake' On Sale!: $376.20 Regularly: $470.25 Save 20% on this collection of pink and white Phlox that integrates perfectly and elegantly, mixed together or planted in adjacent masses. For sun or part sun in zones 3-9. In stock. |
20% off Sunny White Deer Mix: 25 White Cone Flower, 25 Candytuft 'Snow Cone', 25 White Mazus, 25 Phlox 'Snowflake' On Sale!: $539.60 Regularly: $674.50 Save 20% on this collection of brilliant white blooming plants that turn heads but deer tend to avoid. For a sunny to partly-sunny location in zones 4-9. Temporarily out of stock. Expected 04/15/2024.Email when available |
20% off Sunny Native Mix #1, 20% off: 10 Trumpet Creeper, 25 Goldenstar, Green and Gold, 25 Coreopsis 'Nana', 25 Southern Shield Fern, 25 Phlox 'Blue Emerald' On Sale!: $604.96 Regularly: $756.20 Save 20% on this collection of colorful native plants for your sunny location. Temporarily out of stock. Expected 04/15/2024.Email when available |
25% off Sunny Native Mix #2: 25 Coreopsis 'Moonbeam', 25 Hay-scented Fern, 25 Pennsylvania Sedge, 25 Daylily 'Orange', 25 Phlox 'Candy Stripe' On Sale!: $640.31 Regularly: $853.75 Save 20% on this striking collection of native plants for your sunny location in zone 4-8. Temporarily out of stock. Expected 03/25/2024.Email when available |
Specifications
- Cold hardiness zone: 3-9 (-40 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
- AHS Heat Zone: 9-1
- Light: Full sun Part sun
- Growth rate: Moderate
- Mature height: 4-6"
- Spacing: 8-12"
- Tolerant of: Deer, Drought, Poor Soil, Salt
- pH of Soil: 4.5 - 8.0, Ideal pH: 5.5-6.5
- Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
- Grows Under Trees: Conifer - No, Walnut - Yes, Other - Yes
- Good for borders & edging: Yes
- Spreads by creeping: Yes
- Good for erosion control: Yes
- Evergreen: Yes
- Native to the U.S.: Yes
- Good for slopes: Yes
General information about Phlox: Any gardener who has used Creeping Phlox once will insist on planting again and again. The blanket of delicate, colorful flowers that greet you every spring can only be described as perfectly pretty year after year. A versatile, easy-to-grow groundcover that forms a dense carpet-like mat no taller than six inches, Phlox proves excellent for erosion control on slopes and in plantings of any size. She cascades like billows of cloth over curbs, drapes down walls, and huddles over hanging baskets. Her flowers blanket slopes all across the south in spring, but her wispy sage evergreen foliage is also an undeniable feature with their tell-tale linear growth. Though she does prefer full sun for best blooms, she will also do well in partial sun. While she puts up with a variety of soil conditions, ideally she wants well-drained soil and tolerates drought (does not tolerate too much moisture). Phlox makes a good edging plant for difficult locations including rock gardens. She comes in a variety of colors, so you’re sure to find the perfect shade for your garden. Gardener Tips Consider placing multiple plants in one area for quick filling, then in 2-3 growing seasons, you can easily divide this plant in early spring and use her in other areas. Try planting Phlox with bulbs such as tulips and daffodils for a gorgeous spring display. Try planting Phlox as a border for herb gardens where she will blanket the earth beneath taller growers such as basil, chives and lavender while not disturbing their productivity. |
Care
After blooming, a light shearing will stimulate new growth (possibly inducing a summer reblooming) and make it look more attractive through winter.
General information that applies to all plants:
- Ground preparation, fertilization, pH
- Planting instructions
- Explanation and description of bare roots
- How to plant bare root plants
- If you cannot plant bare roots right away
Shipping
No unusual shipping concerns for this plant. |
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Shipping information that applies to all plants:
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