Remove all packaging straight away. Check the compost and water thoroughly if dry, then place the plants outdoors in a sheltered position or in a greenhouse.
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Phlox
'Candy Stripe'
creeping phlox
Phlox 'Candy Stripe' is the perfect little groundcover for gardeners looking to add a touch of colour with minimal effort. Reaching a tidy 20cm in height, this evergreen beauty forms a dense, weed-suppressing mat that thrives in sunny spots. Its white flowers, each adorned with delicate pink stripes, create a cheerful carpet of blooms in early spring, brightening up rockeries, borders, or any patch of garden that needs a burst of colour. Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripe' not only looks charming but also keeps those unwanted weeds at bay with its spreading habit.
Known also as moss phlox or creeping phlox, Phlox 'Candy Stripe' is a hardy perennial that will keep your garden looking fresh year after year. It thrives in well-drained soil and is perfect for areas that get plenty of sunshine. Once established, it requires very little attention, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardens. The attractive pink-striped flowers stand out beautifully against the bright green foliage, adding texture and colour to any outdoor space. Whether you're a novice or an experienced gardener, Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripe' is a delightful, easy-to-grow plant that offers year-round interest and charm.
Our Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripe' plants are supplied as a 9cm pot with healthy growth, ensuring a strong start. They are carefully shipped in our unique cardboard box, designed to keep them safe and in top condition. This ensures they arrive healthy and ready to thrive in their new home.
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Check each plant’s specifications. Hardy perennials can remain outdoors, while half-hardy and tender varieties should be kept frost-free until the risk of frost has passed.
Plant within a month, preferably sooner. Choose a suitable position, remove weeds and loosen the soil thoroughly, adding compost or well-rotted organic matter where needed.
Gently remove the plant from its pot and plant with the root ball level with the soil surface. Firm gently, water well and add a plant label.
Water regularly until established and whenever the soil feels dry during spring and summer. Feed container-grown plants fortnightly during active growth to encourage healthy flowering.
- Botanical name
- Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripe'
- Flower colour
- White, pink
- Established height
- 10-20cm
- Established spread
- 50-70cm
- Growing skill
- Easy to grow
- Habit
-
Spreading
Clump-forming - Hardiness
- Fully hardy
- Leaf colour
- Green
- Mouse resistant
- No
- Plant size
- 9cm root ball
- Plant spacing
- 9 plants per m2
- Pollinator friendly
- Yes
- Position
-
Sheltered
Exposed - Rabbit resistant
- Yes
- Scented
- No
- Soil acidity
- Any
- Soil moisture
-
Damp
Free draining - Soil type
-
Loam
Clay
Loam-based compost
Sand - Suitable for
-
Rockeries
Gravel gardens
Borders
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens - Sunlight
-
Full sun
Partial shade
Dappled shade - Toxicity
- No report
- Years to establish
- 2-3 years
Pollinator-friendly
Thrives in full sun
RHS Recommended
Perennial
Fully hardy
Low maintenance
Attracts wildlife
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