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Moss Phlox

Phlox subulata

Photo by Jacob Gorneau
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Description:

Phlox subulata (Moss Phlox, Moss Pink, Alpine Phlox, Mountain Phlox) is a perennial creeper growing to a height of 6 inches and covering a 20-inch-wide (510 mm) area. The small, five-petaled flowers bloom in rose, mauve, blue, white, or pink in late spring to early summer. It is native to North America.

Habitat:

It is native to North America.
Perennial creeper growing to a height of 6 inches and covering a 20-inch-wide (510 mm) area.

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