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Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripe'

Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   2a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 5 - 15 cm (2 - 6 in)
Spread 0.3 - 1.2 m (1 - 4 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripe' (creeping phlox) produces showy, pink and fragrant blossoms during mid spring to early summer. This plant is mat forming and has showy, matte, fine textured and evergreen foliage that is dark green in colour.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting and wild flower.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripe' tolerates drought, salt and light foot traffic. This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden.