100 Candy Stripe Phlox Seeds - Creeping Phlox subulata Pink & White Ground Cover

Candy Stripe Phlox is a charming creeping ground cover prized for its bicolor pink and white flowers that create a candy-striped effect across the garden. This low-growing perennial, botanically known as Phlox subulata, forms dense mats of narrow evergreen foliage that burst into bloom in spring, making it an excellent choice for rock gardens, border edges, slopes, and pathway plantings.

Creeping phlox is a favorite for its ability to cascade over walls and stones, providing early-season color when many other plants are still waking up. The vibrant pink and white blooms attract pollinators and offer a lovely contrast against the needle-like green leaves. Whether used as a ground cover or a specimen in a sunny spot, Candy Stripe Phlox brings reliable beauty with minimal fuss.

Plant Features

• Bicolor pink and white flowers with a striped appearance
• Low-growing, mat-forming habit ideal for ground cover
• Evergreen foliage provides year-round interest
• Early spring bloomer that attracts pollinators
• Excellent for rock gardens, slopes, and border fronts

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Phlox subulata
• Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Creeping, mat-forming
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9
• Bloom Season: Spring
• Mature Height: 4-6 inches
• Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Candy Stripe Phlox seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after danger of frost has passed. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface as they need light to germinate; do not cover deeply. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, and maintain a temperature around 65-70°F. Germination typically occurs in 14-28 days. Once seedlings have several true leaves, transplant them to their permanent location in full sun with well-drained soil.

Water regularly during the first growing season to help plants establish. Once established, creeping phlox is relatively drought-tolerant. Shear back lightly after blooming to encourage dense growth and maintain a tidy appearance. Mulch around plants to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, but keep mulch away from the crown to prevent rot.

What's Included

100 Candy Stripe Phlox seeds (Phlox subulata).