White Delight Creeping Phlox
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Plant Information | |
Common Name | White Delight Creeping Phlox |
Botanical Name | Phlox subulata 'White Delight' |
Description | |
Plant Type | Perennial |
Mature Height | 4 to 6 in |
Mature Width | 18 to 2 ft |
Growth Habit | Creeping |
Bloom Color | White |
Bloom Interest | Showy |
Bloom Period | March to May |
Seasonal Interest | Spring |
Foliage Color | Green |
Foliage Type | Simple |
Fall Color | Green-Yellow |
Attributes | Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
Attracts Butterflies | No |
Attracts Birds | No |
Care | |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
USDA Hardiness Zone | 3 to 9 |
Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
Maintenance Level | Moderate |
Cost | Moderate |
Watering Notes | Little watering is necessary but they do benefit from periodic watering in dry winters. |
Fertilize Notes | Feed lightly with a liquid balanced food after pruning. |
Prune Notes | Prune by 1/3 to 1/2 after they bloom. This promotes vigorous plants. |