Protected Series: CANDY
Zone: 2EYE CANDY CREEPING PHLOX
Phlox 'Eye Candy' is the standout namesake of the EYE CANDY™ series, a modern collection of hybrid spring phlox bred for a more refined, compact habit and improved flower quality compared to older varieties. This series is specifically valued for its "flower power," featuring blooms with distinct, high-contrast "eyes" that create a vibrant, multi-dimensional look. 'Eye Candy' itself produces a dense, moss-like carpet of needle-green foliage that becomes completely blanketed in bright lavender-pink flowers, each punctuated by a brilliant, dark wine-purple eye. Its uniform, mounded growth makes it a premier choice for precision edging or for adding a concentrated burst of color to rock gardens and stone walls.
To ensure 'Eye Candy' performs at its peak, it should be planted in a location that receives full sun, which is essential for achieving that signature "blanket of flowers" look and maintaining its tight structure. This series thrives in lean, gritty, and exceptionally well-drained soil; it actually prefers "tough" spots and will struggle in overly rich or soggy ground. Once established, it is remarkably drought-tolerant and handles the heat and salt spray common in roadside plantings or along paved walkways. After the spring bloom has faded, a light shearing of the foliage will help maintain its dense, mounded shape and encourage a fresh flush of green growth that remains attractive throughout the winter.
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