EYE CANDY CREEPING PHLOX
PHLOX SUB EYE CANDY
Phlox subulata 'Eye Candy' PP31484
photo courtesy of Walters Gardens
EYE 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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con = containers - available now
Galena = Above ground and available now
Additional = Remote location, call rep. Not in Shop.
Dig = Still in ground, call rep. Not in Shop (in orange).
Soon = Coming soon, call rep. Not in Shop.
(BBnPOT - formerly known as GRSTART - are B&B put into a container - they are available now)
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