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Posted 01/02/2023 in Perennial

Phlox stolonifera 'Sherwood Purple'

A low growing-spreading ground cover, Phlox stolonifera 'Sherwood Purple' features clusters of fragrant purple-blue five-petaled flowers. The native wildflower is loved by butterflies and hummingbirds.

Post Details

Latin Name
Phlox stolonifera 'Sherwood Purple'
Common Name
Creeping phlox
Planting Zone
Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8
Special Interest
Attracts Birds Attracts Butterflies Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
.25-.5 ft
Spread
.5-1 ft
Potential Pests
Powdery mildew and spoder mites

Plant Story

A low growing-spreading ground cover, Phlox stolonifera 'Sherwood Purple' features clusters of fragrant purple-blue five-petaled flowers. The native wildflower is loved by butterflies and hummingbirds.

Special Care Instructions

Prefers well-drained acidic soils. Good shade tolerance. Self-seeds.

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