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    Phlox subulata 'Dirigo Arbutus'

    Also Known As

    • Dirigo Arbutus Moss Phlox

    Plant type

    perennial, groundcover

    size

    • H: 4"-6"
    • W: 12"-18"

    planting zones

    • 3a-8b

    Phlox subulata 'Dirigo Arbutus' plant details

    Phlox subulata 'Dirigo Arbutus' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something wind tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox subulata 'Dirigo Arbutus'

    Plant type: perennial groundcover
    Plant family: polemoniaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
    Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
    Uses: rock garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox subulata 'Dirigo Arbutus'

    USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer, wind
    Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    The late-season (late spring) lavender flowers of this pretty mat-former fill the dreaded Phlox gap! S/M-D/GDr

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Phlox subulata 'Dirigo Arbutus' plant

    How to Grow Phlox subulata 'Dirigo Arbutus'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • wind tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • lavender

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

    6a-8b

    Size

    Height: 1"-4"

    Width: 6"-12"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • even moisture
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    Phlox subulata

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    3a-9b

    Size

    Height: 4"

    Width: 12"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture
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    Phlox paniculata 'David'

    aka David Garden Phlox

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    3a-10b

    Size

    Height: 2'-4'

    Width: 2'-3'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • even moisture - regular
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    Scientific Name: Phlox subulata 'Tamaongalei'

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    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    3a-9b

    Size

    Height: 6"

    Width: 18"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    Photo of Phlox subulata Candy Stripe foliage by Little Prince of Oregon
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    Phlox paniculata 'Jeana'

    aka Jeana Garden Phlox

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    4a-8b

    Size

    Height: 3'-4'

    Width: 2'-3'

    • sun
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Phlox paniculata 'Jeana' flower by Karl Gercens III
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