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Loughmiller, Campbell and Lynn
Phlox stolonifera Sims
USDA Symbol: PHST3
USDA Native Status: Native to U.S.
Creeping phlox is a mat-forming perennial with loose mats of semi-evergreen foliage and erect clusters of large flowers. The showy blossoms are lavender, blue or white with an eye of purple-red tinged in white. The leaves of this 6-10 in. plant are round or spoon-shaped.
Plant CharacteristicsDuration: Perennial Habit: Herb Fruit: Size Class:
Bloom InformationBloom Color: White , Blue , Purple
Bloom Time: Apr , May
AL , GA , KY , MD , ME , NC , NY , OH , PA , SC , TN , VA , VT , WV Canada: QC Native Distribution:
Chiefly mts., also Piedmont areas from PA & s. OH, to GA & TN Native Habitat:
Woods & wooded stream banks USDA Native Status: L48(N), CAN(I)
Growing ConditionsLight Requirement: Sun , Part Shade , Shade
Soil Moisture: Moist
Soil Description: Humus-rich soil.
Conditions Comments: Creeping phlox will do poorly in full sun, and slugs can be troublesome in very moist soils. In congenial conditions, however, this is a vigorous plant that can become weedy. Ground Cover
BenefitConspicuous Flowers: yes
PropagationDescription: Propagated by seed, by softwood cuttings taken in late spring and stuck in sand, or by spring division.
Seed Collection: Not Available
Seed Treatment: Seeds should be planted fresh.
Commercially Avail: yes
From the National Organizations Directory
According to the species list provided by Affiliate Organizations, this plant is either on display or available from the following:
Texas Discovery Gardens
- Dallas, TXDelaware Nature Society
- Hockessin, DE
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Record Modified: 2009-01-07
Research By: TWC Staff