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Phlox bifida 'Betty Blake'

Also Known As

  • Betty Blake Sand Phlox

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 3"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

Phlox bifida 'Betty Blake' plant details

Phlox bifida 'Betty Blake' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring blue and lavender flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox bifida 'Betty Blake'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 3 IN tall
Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, edging plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox bifida 'Betty Blake'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Phlox bifida 'Betty Blake' plant

How to Grow Phlox bifida 'Betty Blake'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

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Size

Height: 1"-4"

Width: 6"-12"

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  • even moisture
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 12"

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Zones

3a-10b

Size

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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

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Zones

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Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun
  • even moisture - regular
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