Phlox subulata 'Ruby Riot' (Creeping Phlox)
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Phlox subulata 'Ruby Riot' (Creeping Phlox) is a striking ground-hugging perennial boasting a profusion of large, reddish pink, starry flowers adorned with a darker eye at their center. Blooming in mid to late spring, the blossoms are produced in such great quantities that they cover the foliage of dark green, needle-like leaves. Adding a splash of color for about 3-4 weeks, this creeping phlox makes a beautiful groundcover and is perfect for rocky areas, slopes and flower borders.
- Mat-forming, Phlox subulata grows only 4-8 in. tall (10-20 cm) but spreads vigorously up to 24-28 in. wide (60-70 cm) in a beautiful flower carpet resembling moss, hence the common name of moss phlox.
- Prefers full sun (tolerates dappled shade) and enjoys humusy, medium moisture, well-drained soils. It thrives in sandy or gravelly soils and is drought tolerant once established. Good drainage required!
- Excellent choice for rock gardens, slopes, edgings or ground covers. Perfectly suited to border fronts and lovely when slightly draping a rock wall. A great companion for tulips and daffodils... and butterflies too!
- Hardy, Phlox subulata is trouble-free, deer resistant, salt tolerant and requires little care.
- Shear after flowering to maintain a neat form and promote new foliage, with the resultant increase in blooms next spring. This plant will multiply in optimum growing conditions.
- Propagate by softwood cuttings in spring. Detach rooted pieces of stem in spring or early autumn.
- Phlox subulata is native to sandy soil and rocky ledges in eastern North America.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 4
– 8 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 8 |
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Phlox |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) |
Height | 4" – 8" (10cm – 20cm) |
Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spacing | 24" – 30" (60cm – 75cm) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil, Salt |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 4
– 8 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 8 |
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Phlox |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) |
Height | 4" – 8" (10cm – 20cm) |
Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spacing | 24" – 30" (60cm – 75cm) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil, Salt |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |