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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 4a -34.4 °C (-30 °F) to -31.7 °C (-25 °F)
Plant Height: 3 to 6 inches
Flowers: Showy
Fragrant
Flower Color: Purple
Bloom Size: Under 1"
Flower Time: Spring
Inflorescence Height: 12 to 18 inches
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Butterflies

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Common names
  • Creeping Phlox

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Date: 2012-08-25
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Date: 2016-08-21
Photo courtesy of Santa Rosa Gardens. Used with permission.
Location: Mason, New Hampshire
Date: May 12, 2013
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