Moss Phlox 'Emerald Blue'
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Phlox subulata 'Emerald Blue'
Phlox subulata, commonly known as moss phlox, mountain phlox, or creeping phlox, is an upright, mat-forming, sun-loving perennial that grows 6" high but spreads 24" wide. The plant is known for its creeping habit, linear to awl-shaped leaves (which retain some green in winter), and tufts of notched flowers in mid-spring. The species is native to dry, rocky, or sandy regions, open woodlands, slopes, and Appalachians south to Tennessee. Loose clusters of fragrant, tubular flowers bloom between April and May. Flowers range in color from red-purple to violet-purple, pink, or rarely white. There are five petal-like, rounded lobes on each flower. The lobes are notched in a distinctive pattern. Leaves are linear to awl-shaped and green in color. Awl-shaped is the Latin word for subulata, which refers to the leaves. The common name moss phlox is derived from the fact that vegetation mats are said to resemble moss. Some cultivars of this plant are available in the marketplace and feature flower colors such as blue/purple, pink, red, and white. Butterflies and other insect pollinators are attracted to this plant.
A humusy, medium-moisture, well-drained soil with full sun is best. Plants generally appreciate some dappled sun in areas with hot, humid summers. Good soil drainage is essential. The plants grow well in sandy or gravely soils and tolerate hot, dry conditions better than most other phlox species. When the conditions are right, plants will self-seed. After flowering, cut back stems by half to maintain form, promote denser growth, and maybe even stimulate reblooming.
Height: 3”-6”
Spread: 1’-1.5’
Bloom: April-May
Light: Full Sun, Part Shade (Especially in North Texas)
Water: Medium
Zone: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Origin: North America
Deer Resistant: No
Winter Shipping: We will continue to ship throughout winter. If you prefer, we are happy to hold your order until spring; please include that request in your shipping notes.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
