groundcoverEvergreen
Creeping Phlox
Phlox subulata
Carpet of brilliant spring color. Evergreen foliage looks good year-round. Excellent for slopes and rock gardens.
USDA Zones
3–9
Height
short (0–1 ft)
Bloom Season
April – May
Bloom Color
pink, purple, white, red
Available Colors & Varieties
David Pink
David White
Purple
Red
Lavender
🦌 Deer ResistantDeer tend to avoid this plant🐕 Dog-Friendly†Not listed as toxic to dogs by common horticultural references. See disclaimer below.🐈 Cat-Friendly†Not listed as toxic to cats by common horticultural references. See disclaimer below.🐾 Groundhog ResistantGroundhogs tend to avoid this plant🌿 Native to USNative to North America — supports local wildlife and ecosystems🐝 Attracts PollinatorsAttracts bees and other pollinators🦋 Attracts ButterfliesAttracts butterflies
† "Dog-Friendly" / "Cat-Friendly" means this plant is not listed as toxic by common horticultural references. It is not a guarantee of safety for all animals in all circumstances. If your pet ingests any plant, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center: (888) 426-4435.
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Sun Requirements
Full Sun
6+ hours of direct sunlight daily
Soil Type
well-drained, sandy, rocky
Care Requirements
Water Needslow
Maintenancelow
EvergreenYes
Complete Care Guide
Creeping phlox is a low-maintenance groundcover that forms a dense mat of foliage covered in spring blooms. Shear after flowering for tidiness.