100 Purple Beauty Moss Phlox Seeds – Perennial Ground Cover
Purple Beauty Moss Phlox is a low-growing perennial ground cover prized for its vibrant purple flowers and dense, moss-like foliage. In spring, it forms a colorful carpet that works beautifully in rock gardens, along borders, and on slopes where it helps control erosion. This hardy plant returns year after year, making it a reliable choice for low-maintenance landscapes.
Easy to grow from seed, Purple Beauty Moss Phlox thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It tolerates poor soil and drought once established, making it a versatile option for challenging spots. The fragrant flowers attract pollinators, adding ecological value to your garden.
Plant Features
- Vibrant purple flowers in spring
- Low-growing, mat-forming habit
- Moss-like evergreen foliage
- Attracts pollinators
- Drought tolerant once established
Growing Information
- Botanical Name: Phlox subulata
- Plant Type: Perennial
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Soil: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soil
- Water Requirements: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established
- Growth Habit: Low, spreading ground cover
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9
- Bloom Season: Spring
- Mature Height: 4-6 inches
- Spacing: 12-18 inches apart
Planting & Care
Sow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors in fall. Press seeds into the soil surface and keep moist until germination. Provide full sun and well-drained soil. Once seedlings are established, water regularly during dry spells. Space plants 12-18 inches apart to allow for spread. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Purple Beauty Moss Phlox requires minimal maintenance. Shear back after blooming to encourage dense growth. Divide clumps every few years to rejuvenate. Avoid overhead watering to prevent foliar diseases.
What's Included
100 Purple Beauty Moss Phlox seeds.