Creeping phlox retaining wall

Historic South Park Neighborhood Association, Dayton Ohio

Phlox subulata 'Ruby Riot' (Creeping Phlox) is a striking ground-hugging perennial boasting a profusion of large, reddish pink, starry flowers adorned with a darker eye at their center. Blooming in mid to late spring, the blossoms are produced in such great quantities that they cover the foliage of dark green, needle-like leaves. Adding a splash of color for about 3-4 weeks, this creeping phlox makes a beautiful groundcover and is perfect for rocky areas, slopes and flower borders.

As a gardener, you appreciate plants that offer both visual appeal and practical benefits. A creeping phlox ground cover not only boosts the aesthetic value

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Phlox subulata 'Drummond's Pink' (Creeping Phlox) is a popular evergreen perennial with masses of large, starry, rich rose flowers which blanket the dark green, needle-like foliage in mid to late spring. Vigorous, it forms a pretty flower carpet and adds a splash of color for about 3-4 weeks. Perfect for rocky areas, slopes and flower borders.

Spring creeping phlox. A popular landscaping solution.

Creeping thyme (Thymus spp.) can serve as a ground cover or filler between stepping stones in sunny areas. Learn how to maintain this aromatic plant.

If you have some creeping phlox, it's natural you might want more. That means it is time to take a look at phlox propagation methods. Splitting creeping phlox is the easiest. You essentially dig up a section of the phlox, then divide it into several new plants, each with foliage and roots.

Creeping Phlox