How Does Tall Phlox Spread
Creeping Phlox or Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata) Is a Low-Growing Species That Works Excellently as a Ground Cover. It Spreads Slowly, Growing in Mounds That Get...
Creeping phlox or Moss phlox (Phlox subulata) is a low-growing species that works excellently as a ground cover. It spreads slowly, growing in mounds that get 4–6 inches thick. The whole plant turns into a carpet of color in spring, when flowers cover every square inch of foliage.
How fast does tall phlox spread?
Like other ground covers,creeping phlox takes a few years to reach maturity — about two years on average, according to the North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension. This means it grows an average of about an inch per month.
How do you encourage phlox to spread?
Fertilizing in the late winter or early spring will promote growth and support a more robust bloom for your creeping phlox. Feed it with a general slow-release fertilizer suitable for flowering plants, following label instructions.