Emerald Blue Creeping Phlox

Soft lavender-blue carpet, early groundcover phlox for sunny sites

Botanical Name- Phlox sub Emerald Blue

Pronunciation- floks sub

Foliage- Deciduous

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Mature Height-

Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun

Soil Preferences- Average, well drained

Current Size- #1

Bloom Color- Lavender blue

Bloom Time- April- May

Companion Plants- Ajuga reptans 'Chocolate Chip' (blue tapestry in partial sun)

Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies (including Monarchs for nectar), hummingbirds

Plant Habit- Perennial

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP45

Yearly Care Instructions- Shear back lightly after flowering to maintain a neat form. Grows best in well-drained soil and full sun. A spring fertilizer boosts lush growth.

Trimming Instructions- Shear lightly after flowering to maintain a neat mound. Remove old, woody stems in early spring if needed.

Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring and after first bloom; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay soil to prevent root rot and powdery mildew.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone

Possible Issues- Powdery mildew, spider mites