phlox
Phlox subulata 'Millstream Daphne'
Also Known As - moss phloxCycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 9
Flowers:
Red-purple to violet-purple to pink to white Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun, Part sun/part shade
Soil:
Rocky , gravelly , dry, Well-drained
Fruits:
pink,white Fruits In Summer Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Water phlox deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out halfway between waterings. During actively growing season, water every 5 to 7 days in dry, hot weather. During mid-summer dormancy, begin skipping waterings to allow the soil to dry out completely. Resume watering during cooler, wetter weather in early autumn.
sunlight
Phlox subulata 'Millstream Daphne' is a flowering plant species typically found in US Department of Agriculture (USDA) zones 4-9. This plant species prefers to receive full sun, which means that it should be exposed to direct sunlight for at least 6 hours per day. It should be noted that when temperatures hit extremes, it is best to provide some shade for partial protection. When growing in partial shade, phlox species 'Millstream Daphne' can easily thrive and still perform well.
pruning
Pruning for Phlox subulata 'Millstream Daphne' is best done in late winter or early spring, before the plant begins to bloom. This plant benefits from light pruning, which involves removing 1/3 of the oldest, woodier stems close to the ground. This can promote denser, more vigorous growth and larger, more plentiful blooms. Once the bloom period is complete, it’s best to trim off some of the spent flowers to prevent the plant from setting seed and to encourage a second flush of blooms.
