Phlox (S) 'Purple Beauty' - P9

Description
The Moss phlox 'Purple Beauty' (Phlox subulata) is a carpet-like, winter-green perennial that forms purple 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 'Purple Beauty' is well tolerant of frost.

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

leaves
The wintergreen leaves of the Moss phlox 'Purple Beauty' are medium green, lanceolate.

Frost hardiness
The Moss phlox 'Purple Beauty' 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 'Purple Beauty' 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 'Purple Beauty' forms purple flowers arranged in umbels from April.

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