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Phlox subulata 'Emerald Pink'

Also Known As

  • Emerald Pink Creeping Phlox
  • Emerald Pink Phlox

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 36"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Phlox subulata 'Emerald Pink' plant details

Phlox subulata 'Emerald Pink' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox subulata 'Emerald Pink'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 36 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox subulata 'Emerald Pink'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, erosion
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pink flowers.

By: Fantastic Plants

Gardening facts about Phlox subulata 'Emerald Pink' plant

How to Grow Phlox subulata 'Emerald Pink'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • erosion control

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

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Size

Height: 1"-4"

Width: 6"-12"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture
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Zones

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Size

Height: 4"

Width: 12"

  • 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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Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

3a-9b

Size

Height: 6"

Width: 18"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

4a-8b

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun
  • even moisture - regular
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