Phlox stolonifera
Best reliable groundcover for creating beautiful, low maintenance garden spaces.
This native groundcover is the ultimate low-effort solution for filling woodland gaps with a lush, evergreen carpet. While it demands consistent moisture to truly thrive, the reward is a reliable, award-winning display of spring color that keeps your garden looking polished with almost no maintenance.
$17.99
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking low-maintenance solutions for filling shady areas.
- Homeowners with shaded gardens desiring colorful, resilient flowering plants.
- Busy gardeners wanting beautiful, robust plants that resist common garden pests.
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with small beds or those who prefer contained, slow-growing plants.
- Enthusiasts desiring continuous blooms throughout the growing season.
- Individuals with sunny, dry gardens or those seeking highly adaptable plants.
Performance breakdown
Groundcover Efficacy
Dense growth habit creates a reliable, weed-suppressing carpet for woodland areas.
Maintenance Requirements
Requires minimal intervention once established in the correct shady environment.
Hardiness Range
Broad adaptability across USDA zones three through eight ensures regional versatility.
Seasonal Interest
Evergreen foliage provides year-round texture beyond the vibrant late spring blooms.
Shade Tolerance
Thrives in partial shade where many other flowering perennials struggle.
Establishment Ease
Predictable growth patterns make it a straightforward choice for novice gardeners.
Key Specs
Sunlight Requirements
Partial Shade
USDA Hardiness Zones
3-8
Soil Type
Moist, well-drained
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Growth Habit
Groundcover
Mature Size
0.6 ft height, 1.5 ft spread
Bloom Time
Spring
Flower Color
Pink
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Watering Needs
Moderate
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