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Rich Carpets of Colour

Transform your garden with Mixed Creeping Phlox (Phlox subulata), a hardy perennial ground cover renowned for its dense carpets of colour and evergreen foliage. These mat-forming plants are a gardener’s favourite for brightening up borders, rockeries, slopes, and path edges while keeping weeds at bay.

Why Choose Creeping Phlox?

• Seasonal Colour: Enjoy a spectacular floral display from April to June with masses of star-shaped blooms in pinks, whites, and lilacs.
• Evergreen Structure: Retains lush green needle-like leaves all year, adding visual interest even when not in flower.
• Disease Resistant & Hardy: Withstands cold UK winters (hardy down to -20B0C) and tolerates exposed sites.
• Cultivar Mix: Includes five premium varieties: 'Candy Stripe', 'Emerald Cushion', 'Emerald Pink', 'Fort Hill', and 'McDaniel's Cushion'—each selected for unique colour impact.

Growing Guide

• Planting Time: Best planted from early spring to early autumn when soil is workable.
• Location: Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade. Ideal for well-drained soils; avoid waterlogged spots.
• Soil: Thrives in neutral to slightly acidic soils. Add grit or sand if your soil is heavy clay.
• Mature Size: Grows up to 10-15cm tall with a spread of up to 50cm per plant over several years.

Caring for Your Phlox

• Irrigation: Water regularly during the first growing season. Once established, phlox is drought tolerant.
• Pruning: Trim lightly after flowering to encourage denser growth and more blooms next season.
• Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring for best results.
• Pests & Diseases: Generally pest-free and low maintenance; avoid overhead watering to reduce mildew risk.

Perfect For...

• Borders, rock gardens, slopes, banks, and containers.
• Pairing with spring bulbs like tulips or daffodils for layered displays.
• Cascading over walls or softening path edges with vibrant colour.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant Creeping Phlox?
  The ideal time is between early spring and early autumn when the soil is workable and not frozen.
• How fast does it spread?
  Creeping Phlox establishes quickly—expect noticeable spreading within the first year and full coverage within 2-3 years under ideal conditions.
• What type of soil does it prefer?
  This plant thrives in well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic soil. Heavy clay soils should be improved with grit or compost before planting.