Phlox stolonifera 'Blue Ridge'

Blue Ridge creeping phlox

Phlox stolonifera is a hardy, early-blooming species of Phlox, providing beautiful color in the early spring. From full sun with moist soils to heavy shade (where it will still grow, though with fewer flowers), this species does well just about anywhere. One of the most effective ways to use this species is to create continuous swaths spreading through garden beds. 'Blue Ridge' is a cultivar with lavendar-blue flowers.



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Height: 8-12 in
Spread: 8-12 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-8


Bloom Color: Blue

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Cultivar
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
• Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
Ecoregion
• Not Ecotypic in New England
Ornamental Interest
• Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Bees
• Attracts Butterflies
• Attracts Hummingbirds
Additional Attributes
• Fragrant
Landscape Use
• Massing
• Groundcover
Growth Habit
• Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


Blue Ridge creeping phlox - Phlox stolonifera 'Blue Ridge' from Native Plant Trust