.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Blue Emerald' Creeping Phlox, Ground Phlox Phlox subulata 'Blue Emerald' Description A low-growing perennial with vibrant blue-green foliage and stunning clusters of blue flowers in spring. Ideal for ground cover and rock gardens, it thrives in well-drained soil and full sun. Suggested Uses Perfect for rock gardens, hillside plantings, borders, and container gardening. Its spreading habit makes it excellent for erosion control and ground cover in sunny areas. Plant Details Botanical Name: Phlox subulata 'Blue Emerald' Common Name: Blue Emerald Creeping Phlox Size & Growth: 4-6 inches tall, spreads up to 2 feet wide Hardiness Zones: 3-9 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Spring (April to May) Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full Sun to Part Shade Attracts Pollinators: Bees and Butterflies Indoor Friendly: Not recommended Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: None Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Other low-growing perennials, sedums, and succulents Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-drained soil, spacing 12-18 inches apart. Soil Moisture: Well-drained, kept evenly moist but not soggy. Soil Type: Sandy, loamy, or rocky soil. Humidity: Average humidity; tolerate dry conditions. Pruning Instructions: Remove spent flowers and trim to maintain shape after blooming. Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones; pruned back in late fall. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery pot. Fertilization: Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring. Special Care: Ensure excellent drainage; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
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