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Phlox subulata 'Fort Hill'

Also Known As

  • Creeping Phlox
  • Fort Hills Creeping Phlox
  • Moss Phlox

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 6"-9"
  • W: 18"-36"

planting zones

  • 2a-9b

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Phlox subulata 'Fort Hill' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox subulata 'Fort Hill'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 6 IN - 9 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: edging plant, floriferous, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox subulata 'Fort Hill'

USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, erosion
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This mat of pine-needle-like foliage is literally covered with fragrant deep pink flowers mid-to-late spring; plant this 6" x 18-24" mat on steep banks, in rock gardens, or edging borders for its lavish spring color. S/M
Deeply cut rose pink flowers the habit is a bit loose for my taste but if you are looking for a basic pink phlox this will do. ZONE 4
Masses of bright pink star shaped flowers in mid to late spring. A luscious evergreen carpet like ground cover year round. Growing up to 6" in a sunny area and spreads 24-36" Hardy zone 2-9. Deer resistant

Gardening facts about Phlox subulata 'Fort Hill' plant

How to Grow Phlox subulata 'Fort Hill'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • erosion control

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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Size

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