Have a retaining rock wall or maybe a large section of planting bed that needs some help? Creeping Phlox might be a worthy candidate. Choosing from a variety of colors, this spring blooming perennial with its needle-like foliage and small starry five-pointed flowers will produce a colorful carpet with long spreading stems that turn woody with age, that can be grown in between pavers, trailing a wall or as ground cover in a planting bed. Cutting back stems after flowering can promote a second flowering. Maxing out to about 4-6” h x 2’ w, when planted in full sun to part sun, this hardy plant will thrive even in a variety of soil conditions as long as the soil is well draining. Watch for mites and other pests and eradicate them as soon as spotted using an insecticidal soap.
Becky Shasta Daisy
Perennial gardens often feature a plethora of purple, yellow, and red flowers, but white is frequently missing. The Becky Shasta Daisy fills this gap beautifully, offering a striking contrast and softening the garden's overall look. Its large, classic white blooms...
