Phlox 'Emerald Blue'

Phlox subulata 'Emerald Blue' 'Emerald Blue' is a great addition to those wanting that wild meadow or cottage garden look. This creeping Phlox has blue-lavender flowers. Its needle-like, evergreen foliage forms a dense mat, making a lush groundcover perfect for cascading over walls or across slopes. This Phlox is good for any open sunny spot, especially a bank., but is also a great addition to any rock garden, foundation plantings, or as an edger.  Phlox 'Emerald Blue' blooms arrive mid to late spring. Phlox is a butterfly, bee, and hummingbird magnet! This plant does best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers dry to average moisture levels with very well-drained soil, and will often die in standing water. It is considered to be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for a low-water garden or xeriscape application. It is not particular as to soil type but has a definite preference for alkaline soils. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner-c