Creeping Blue Phlox will reward you with a showy carpet of color in the spring afterwards, the evergreen foliage remains as an attractive, natural ‘carpet’ groundcover for the rest of the year. low-maintenance once established.
Prefers moist, well-drained loamy or sandy soils, with a neutral pH. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun in hot summer regions. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Prune spent blooms for a tidy appearance. Fertilize in early spring.Pruning time: summer after flowering.