Phlox subulata Eye Shadow
'Phlox subulata 'Eye Shadow' photo courtesy of Walters Gardens
Moss Phlox, Creeping Phlox

Phlox 'Eye Shadow' forms a mound of bright green, needle-like foliage that, in early spring,  is totally smothered in blooms of lavender to magenta with a deep plum eye and gold anthers to add some pleasing contrast. Butterflies, bees, and other pollinators love them too.

  • Height: 15 cm (6 in)
  • Spread: 55-60 cm (22-24 in)
  • Cold Hardiness: Zone 2-9
  • Sun or Shade: full sun
  • Bloom Time: mid spring
  • Leaf Colour: dark green
  • Bloom Colour: shades of pink and purple
  • Critter Resistance: deer and rabbits
  • Nature Attraction: bees and butterflies

Growing and Maintenance Tips

Creeping phlox is a versatile, easy to grow groundcover for full sun. Gritty, neutral soils are prefered and good drainage is essential. It's a good idea to shear this plant back and clean up any dead foliage in early summer, just after it's finished blooming. This will produce denser foliage and will encourage it to rebloom. Divisions can be made every few years in summer.

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