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Posted 10/04/2022 in Perennial

Phuopsis stylosa

A mat-forming herbaceous perennial, Phuopsis stylosa features tiny pink tubular flowers arranged in globular clusters similar to alliums in the summer. Blooms rise above aromatic lance-shaped bright green leaves. Flowers attract butterflies and tolerate rabbits and deer.

Post Details

Latin Name
Phuopsis stylosa
Common Name
Creeping Crosswort
Planting Zone
Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8
Light Condition
Full Sun Part Shade
Special Interest
Attracts Butterflies
Bloom Season
Spring
Flower Color
Pink
Height
.5-.75 feet
Spread
1-2 feet
Suggested Uses
Grouping
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

A mat-forming herbaceous perennial, Phuopsis stylosa features tiny pink tubular flowers arranged in globular clusters similar to alliums in the summer. Blooms rise above aromatic lance-shaped bright green leaves. Flowers attract butterflies and tolerate rabbits and deer.

Special Care Instructions

Can be grown as an annual. Deadhead spent flowers. Cut back foliage after flowering. Tolerates poor soil. Established plants have some drought tolerance. Best in cool summer climates.

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