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Phlox subulata 'McDaniel's Cushion'
Also Known As
- McDaniel's Cushion Moss Phlox
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 2"-6"
- W: 12"-15"
planting zones
- 2a-9b
Phlox subulata 'McDaniel's Cushion' plant details
Phlox subulata 'McDaniel's Cushion' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with. In spring and summer pink 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. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox subulata 'McDaniel's Cushion'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: polemoniaceae
- Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 2 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: mat-forming, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox subulata 'McDaniel's Cushion'
- USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: well-drained
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Gardening facts about Phlox subulata 'McDaniel's Cushion' plant
How to Grow Phlox subulata 'McDaniel's Cushion'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Color
- pink
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 18"-24"
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- sun -mostly sun
- even moisture
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Zones
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Size
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- sun -mostly shade
- even moisture
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun -mostly sun
- even moisture -regular
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 18"
- sun -mostly shade
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