Phlox (S) 'Candy Stripes' - PLUG/CELGROWN 100 CEL TRAY

Description
The Moss phlox 'Candy Stripes' (Phlox subulata) is a carpet-like, winter-green perennial that forms white-pink flowers arranged in umbels from April to May. Its lanceolate leaves are medium green in colour. In a sunny location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 15 cm and grows to a width of approx. 30 cm. The Moss phlox 'Candy Stripes' is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * wintergreen

Leaves
The wintergreen leaves of the Moss phlox 'Candy Stripes' are medium green, lanceolate.

Frost hardiness
The Moss phlox 'Candy Stripes' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Carpet-like.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Planting partner
The Moss phlox 'Candy Stripes' sets beautiful accents together with: Caucasian goose cress.

Care
- If the plant is divided every 2-3 years and weak roots and shoots are removed, the reward is better growth and flowering vigour! - In harsh locations, sun protection is only recommended in the event of frost.

Flower
Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripes' forms white-pink flowers arranged in umbels from April.

Use
Group planting, rock garden, cottage garden, bee pasture, ground cover