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- Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 3 - 6 Inches
- Mature Spread 3 - 6 Inches
- Growing Zones 2 - 8
By late April, the Fort Hill Moss Phlox, or Phlox subulata, just cannot contain itself, and this beauty will bloom. The 5-petaled flowers are deep pink with purple accents near the eye for added dimension. This plant is a heavy bloomer, and the entire form will be covered in flowers through May. It’s hard to see the narrow dark green foliage while the flowers are blooming, but it's there and can be enjoyed after the flowers fade.
This clump-forming cultivar has a creeping tendency, making it a natural choice to use as a groundcover. Include in beds or borders for color and greenery or plant in a raised bed or container so the stems can cascade over the side. The foliage is deer-resistant, but butterflies are drawn to the fragrant flowers. Fort Hill Moss Phlox has a compact, upright growth habit and is a perennial in USDA zones 2 through 8.
Fort Hill Moss Phlox Care
Full sun to partial shade is necessary for this perennial, and afternoon shade is best for hot areas. Soil should be rich, moist, and well-drained. Water this plant when the top few inches of soil dry out and fertilize each spring annually using balanced plant food.
Phlox can become leggy, but routinely pinching back growth or giving the plant a trim after the flowers fade will encourage a bushy look. Divide the plant every few years as needed.
Fort Hill Moss Phlox Spacing
This spreading perennial will grow 3 to 6 inches tall and 12 to 18 inches wide. Plants can be spaced 12 to 18 inches apart for a continuous, carpet-like effect.
Fort Hill Moss Phlox Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 2 - 8 |
| Plant Type: |
| Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 3 - 6 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 12 - 18 Inches |
| Spacing: 12 - 18 Inches |
| Habit: Spreading, Trailing |
| Flower Color(s): Pink |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Drought, Salt |
| Attracts: Bees, Butterflies |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Edging, Groundcovers, Mass Planting, Wildlife Gardens |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Fragrant, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Fort Hill Moss Phlox |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: PHLOX SUBULATA `FORT HILL` |
- SKU:
- 1231002199-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Know As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Know As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Know As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.