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Moss Phlox, Ground Phlox, Creeping Phlox

Phlox stolonifera

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Plant Type

Perennial

Hardiness Zone

4 - 8

Flower Color

Bloom Period

May

Height at Maturity

3-8 inches

Width at Maturity

1-2 feet

Sun Requirements

Full sun to partial shade

Soil Type

Well drained, rich

About this species:

Moss Phlox is also known as Ground Phlox or Creeping Phlox. Phlox is deer and rabbit resistant. The animals are not interested in the plant's foliage. It attracts both butterflies and hummingbirds.


Moss Phlox should be pruned a bit after the blossoms have died back.  This helps the plant grow and in turn produce more blossoms the next spring.  It is slow spreading and is likely to be found as an edging or on slopes and banks, in rock gardens or stonewalls. It is a good ground cover and can help prevent erosion. It is used as a cut flower as well.  


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Key to Label Symbols:

Shelter
Hollow stems, leaves and roots are sources of shelter for wildlife. Insects may make a winter home under dropped leaves. Other animals may make shelters within the roots of the plant.
Food Source
Birds and other wildlife use the seeds, berries and leaves for their food source. Leaves may be used to help build nests for birds
Nectar Source
Bees, butterflies, birds and some insects use nectar for their food. Pollen is also used by some wildlife.
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