Photo by Little Prince of Oregon
Used with permission, all rights reserved
Phlox subulata 'Emerald Cushion Blue'
Also Known As
- Phlox subulata 'Emerald Blue'
- Emerald Blue Creeping Phlox
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 2"-6"
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 2a-8b
Phlox subulata 'Emerald Cushion Blue' plant details
Phlox subulata 'Emerald Cushion Blue' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox subulata 'Emerald Cushion Blue'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: polemoniaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox subulata 'Emerald Cushion Blue'
- USDA Zones: 2a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Fantastic Plants
Garden photo gallery of Phlox subulata 'Emerald Cushion Blue'
Gardening facts about Phlox subulata 'Emerald Cushion Blue' plant
How to Grow Phlox subulata 'Emerald Cushion Blue'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Phlox for your garden
Scientific Name: Phlox paniculata 'Ditomdre'
aka Phlox paniculata 'Coral Crème Drop'
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
aka Alpine Phlox, Dwarf Phlox
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
6a-8b
Size
Height: 1"-4"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 4"
Width: 12"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture
aka David Garden Phlox
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
Scientific Name: Phlox subulata 'Tamaongalei'
aka Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripe', Phlox subulata 'Candystripe', Candy Stripe Thrift, Candystripe Creeping Phlox
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 6"
Width: 18"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Mailing List
Sign Up for updates on new plant arrivals and deals© 2010—2024 Plant Lust, LLC All Rights Reserved