Growing Creeping Phlox and Annual Phlox in the Midwest - FineGardening

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Most gardeners are familiar with garden phlox, woodland phlox, and the two common species referred to as creeping phlox. In the Midwest, the earliest phlox bridge the gap between spring bulbs and our summer displays, while the later-blooming phlox are integral in our colorful combinations and when a bit of scent is desired. How to Grow Phlox All Year Long Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripe' Creeping phlox gets the show going in early spring Frequently called the "Most colorful of all ground covers", the sun-loving species Phlox subulata blooms for three to four weeks in early spring with solid flower coverage. Laphamii 'Chattahoochee' Woodland phlox shines with delightful blooms in midspring Blooming for almost a month in midspring, 18-inch-tall woodland phlox blends well with spring ephemerals and other shade-tolerant perennials in understory situations where it forms colonies in time. Phlox paniculata 'Peacock White' Phlox Growing Tips Phloxes, as a general rule of thumb, prefer decent soil and adequate moisture. My Favorite Phlox Varieties to Grow There is a wide spectrum of phlox species and hybrids to enjoy, although some of the less common selections may be hard to find at local nurseries and garden centers. Phlox arendsii 'Ping Pong' Sand phlox This is an exquisite 4- to 6-inch-tall species with flower colors ranging from pale blue to nearly white.