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Drummond's Pink Creeping Phlox (#1)
Drummond's Pink Creeping Phlox (#1)
$18.00
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Phlox subulata 'Drummond's Pink'
Choose Drummond's Pink Creeping Phlox for a low, spreading spring carpet along sunny edges, stone walls, and slopes. The tradeoff: after bloom, it reads more like a green mat than a flowering perennial.
Buy This If
- You want a low flowering groundcover.
- You have dry-to-average soil.
- You want strong spring color.
Skip This If
- The site stays wet.
- The area gets deep shade.
- You need height or privacy.
PGNE Report Card
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | The spring bloom gives strong front-of-bed color, but the show is concentrated in one season. |
| Growth Rate | A | It fills in quickly for edging and small slopes when planted in suitable drainage. |
| Maintenance | B+ | A light trim after flowering helps keep it dense, and soggy soil is the main maintenance headache. |
| Deer Resistance | B+ | Deer tend to leave this alone, though hungry deer may sample it where pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | A | Its low, spreading habit works well at edges without blocking nearby plants. |
| Screening Value | F | This is a groundcover, not a plant for privacy or height. |
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for front edges, stonework, and slopes where spring color matters more than winter coverage. Trim after bloom if you want the mat tighter.
Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 0.25 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 1.5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 3a-9b |
| Spacing | 1 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Dry to average |
| Growth Habit | Low, spreading, mat-forming groundcover |
Customers Usually Ask
Will it flower all summer?
No. It blooms heavily in spring; after that, expect foliage coverage, not constant flowers.
Should I cut it back?
Yes, a light shearing after bloom keeps the mat tighter and cleaner.
Is it good for slopes?
Yes, on dry-to-average, well-drained slopes where you want low coverage.
Why Choose Perennials for Your Garden?
- Return Year After Year: Perennials come back each season, reducing replanting costs while increasing garden maturity
- Extended Seasonal Interest: With proper selection, you can enjoy continuous blooms from spring through fall.
- Low Long-Term Maintenance: Once established, many perennials require minimal upkeep and become more resilient over time.
The Pro Growers of New England Advantage — Perennials
Perennials bring dependable color, texture, and seasonal interest to your landscape year after year. At Pro Growers of New England, our perennials are grown locally and selected for reliable performance in New England’s soil, temperature swings, and growing conditions.
We welcome customers to visit the nursery, explore our selection in person, and choose healthy, well-developed plants with confidence. When you purchase perennials from PGNE, you’re investing in locally grown varieties chosen for longevity, repeat bloom performance, and long-term garden success.
We welcome customers to visit the nursery, explore our selection in person, and choose healthy, well-developed plants with confidence. When you purchase perennials from PGNE, you’re investing in locally grown varieties chosen for longevity, repeat bloom performance, and long-term garden success.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-41028
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