Phlox (S) 'Snowflake' - P9

Description
Moss phlox 'Snowflake' (Phlox subulata) is a carpet-forming, evergreen perennial that produces white flowers in umbels from April to May. Its lanceolate leaves are medium green. In a sunny position with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of about 12 cm and spreads to about 30 cm. Moss phlox 'Snowflake' is highly frost-hardy.

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

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

Frost hardiness
The Moss phlox 'Snowflake' 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 'Snowflake' 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 'Snowflake' forms white flowers arranged in umbels from April.

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