Spreading phlox
Phlox diffusa
Spreading phlox is a low-growing, mat-forming native perennial that carpets rocky slopes and alpine gardens with a profusion of pink, lavender, or white flowers in spring. It thrives in well-drained, gritty soils with part shade to full sun and is an excellent choice for rock gardens, slopes, and ground cover applications. Once established it requires little supplemental watering and needs only light trimming after flowering to maintain its compact, spreading form.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Slow
Mature Height
120″ – 360″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Flowers
purple
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Lightly To Moderately; Soil Should Be Well-Drained And Allowed To Dry Slightly Between Waterings
Soil pH
6.5 – 8.5
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 180″
Root Depth
Shallow
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 30, 2022 by Philippe Lopez (cc-by-sa)
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