Phlox (S) 'White Delight' - P9

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

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Phlox subulata 'Weiße Wonne'.

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

leaves
The wintergreen leaves of the Moss phlox 'White Delight' are medium green, lanceolate.

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

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