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Phlox subulata 'Coral Eye'

Also Known As

  • Phlox subulata 'Coral Eyes'
  • Coral Eyes Creeping Phlox

Plant type

perennial

size

    planting zones

    • 2a-9b

    Phlox subulata 'Coral Eye' plant details

    Phlox subulata 'Coral Eye' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring coral and white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox subulata 'Coral Eye'

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: polemoniaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Flowers: coral and white blooms in spring
    Uses: container plant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox subulata 'Coral Eye'

    USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This popular garden plant forms a mat of dark green, needle-shaped foliage covered with pink-blushed flowers with coral eyes. Evergreen.

    Gardening facts about Phlox subulata 'Coral Eye' plant

    How to Grow Phlox subulata 'Coral Eye'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun
    • Water Needs

      • regular
    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green
    • Flower Color

      • white
      • coral
    • Flower Season

      • spring
    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen
    • Texture

      • grassy

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