Phlox subulata 'Purple Beauty'
purple beauty creeping phlox
Garden selection; species native to eastern North America
Overview
Phlox subulata 'Purple Beauty' is a creeping moss phlox with the richest purple flower color in the standard creeping phlox palette, forming a mat 4–6 inches (10–15 cm) tall and 18–24 inches (45–60 cm) wide. Rich violet-purple five-petaled flowers 0.75 inch (2 cm) across cover the mat in April and May. The violet-purple is deeper and more saturated than the lavender-blue of 'Emerald Blue', providing the darkest color option among commonly available creeping phlox cultivars. The depth of color adds visual weight to spring plantings and pairs well with lighter-colored companions. Dark green needle-like evergreen foliage year-round. Same cultural needs as all P. subulata: full sun, lean well-drained soil, shear after bloom. Cascades over walls and edges. Deer avoid the needle foliage. Light fragrance.
Native Range
The species Phlox subulata is native to eastern North America. 'Purple Beauty' is a garden selection for deep violet-purple flower color.Suggested Uses
Used cascading over walls, in rock gardens, and as an evergreen ground cover. The deepest-colored creeping phlox — adds depth to multi-color phlox carpets alongside pink, white, and blue selections.How to Identify
Appearance
Size & Dimensions
Height4" - 6"
Width/Spread1'6" - 2'
Reaches mature size in approximately 2 years
Colors
Bloom Information
Flowering in April and May, approximately 3 weeks. Rich violet-purple flowers cover the mat.
Detailed Descriptions
Flower Description
Rich violet-purple, five-petaledFoliage Description
Dark green, needle-like, dense, evergreenGrowing Conditions
Sun Requirements
Requires 6-10 hours of direct sunlight daily
• Full Sun: 6+ hours of direct sunlight
• Partial Shade: 3-6 hours of direct sunlight
• Full Shade: Less than 3 hours of direct sunlight
Care & Maintenance
Care Guide
Plant in full sun. Lean, well-drained soil. Do not fertilize. Water sparingly. Shear lightly after bloom.Pruning
Shear lightly after bloom.Pruning Schedule
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Container Growing
✓ Suitable for container growing
Minimum container size: 1 gallons