Botanical profile

Phlox subulata 'Emerald Pink'

Latin name
Phlox subulata 'Emerald Pink'
Common name
Moss phlox 'Emerald Pink'
Type
Perennial
Family
Polemoniaceae

A well-known ground cover, appreciated for its carpet of light pink flowers in spring when they completely cover the soft green, evergreen foliage. Plant in full sun in well-drained soil.

Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Hummingbirds
Flowers that attract hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Soil type
Well drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
May
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Green
Shape
Creeping
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
6 inches (15 cm)
Width
18 inches (45.5 cm)
Growth rate
Fast

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