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Phlox hoodii - Moss Phlox
Phlox hoodii - Moss Phlox
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In early spring, Moss Phlox bursts into bloom with delicate white to pale blue flowers, providing an early nectar source for native bees and small butterflies. Its compact growth helps stabilize soil in erosion-prone areas, making it a valuable addition to both urban and rural plantings where a hardy, low-maintenance ground cover is needed. This tough, low-growing perennial forms dense, mat-like cushions of evergreen foliage, making it an excellent choice for rock gardens, dry slopes, and self-sustaining landscapes.
Well-adapted to harsh conditions, Moss Phlox is a resilient, long-lived wildflower thrives in dry, well-drained soils and withstands drought and extreme cold. It spreads gradually, filling in rocky crevices and dry slopes with dense, low-maintenance greenery. Its tough, wiry stems and needle-like leaves deter most herbivores, including deer.
Bloom Times & Plant Sizes
Bloom Times & Plant Sizes
Important Information - The "Bloom Period" is an indicator of the time period within which the wildflowers will bloom and does not describe the time period that a single plant will bloom. The "Sizes" listed are intended to be a general guideline to consult during plant selection. - Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions.
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Plant Specifics
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Light Conditions
- Sun
Soil Conditions
- Well Drained
- Sandy
- Gravelly
Height
- Under 6"
Width
- Under 6"
- Under 12"
- Mat Forming
Bloom Colour
- White
Month of Bloom
- April
- May
- June
- July
Vigorousness
- Slow
Deer Resistance
- High
Features
- Butterflies
- Bees
- Used as Groundcover
- Urban Spaces
- Rural Spaces
- Good in Containers
Chinook Exposure
- Fully Exposed
Distribution Info
Native to western North America, including AB, BC, SK, and MB, and extending through the Rocky Mountains, Great Plains, and Great Basin of the U.S. It is commonly found in dry prairies, sagebrush steppe, foothills, and rocky slopes, often thriving in well-drained, high-altitude environments.
Traditional Edible & Medicinal Info
Phlox hoodii was not traditionally used as a food source, and has no widely documented medicinal uses.