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Phlox subulata Candy Stripe
Scientific Name: Phlox subulata 'Tamaongalei'
Also Known As
- Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripe'
- Phlox subulata 'Candystripe'
- Candy Stripe Thrift
- Candystripe Creeping Phlox
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 6"
- W: 18"
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Phlox subulata Candy Stripe plant details
Phlox subulata Candy Stripe is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlox subulata Candy Stripe
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: polemoniaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 18 IN wide, 6 IN tall
- Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
- Uses: striped flowers
GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlox subulata Candy Stripe
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Soil needs: well-drained
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Gardening facts about Phlox subulata Candy Stripe plant
How to Grow Phlox subulata Candy Stripe
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- pink
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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