Phlox subulata ‘Purple Beauty' - brumarele taratoare

Phlox subulata ‘Purple Beauty’ is a striking variety of creeping phlox, also known as creeping moss pink, valued for its dense carpet of flowers in vibrant shades of purple-lilac. This low-growing perennial plant is ideal for rock gardens, borders, slopes, and ground cover, bringing a wave of color and freshness to spring gardens.

🌿 General characteristics

• Family: Polemoniaceae

• Plant type: Perennial, creeping habit and low growth

• Height: 10–15 cm

• Width: 40–60 cm (spreads forming a compact carpet)

• Foliage: Dark green, needle-shaped, semi-evergreen

• Flowers: Purple-lilac, with a small darker eye in the center, star-shaped

• Flowering period: April – June

☀️ Growing conditions

• Light: Full sun – blooms best in very bright locations

• Soil: Light, sandy or rocky, very well drained; does not tolerate heavy or wet soils

• Watering: Reduced after establishment; very drought resistant

• Care: Minimal – only light cleaning after flowering to encourage a compact shape

❄️ Temperature tolerance

• Minimum temperature tolerated: down to -25°C

• Frost-hardy plant, perfect for temperate or cold climates, provided the soil drains well.

✅ Other advantages

• Creates a dense and brightly colored carpet in the garden in spring

• Belongs to the group of creeping moss pinks, ideal for decorating slopes, rock gardens, and path edges

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects

• Hardy plant, perfect for low-maintenance gardens

🔁 Propagation

• By dividing clumps after flowering or in the cold season

Phlox subulata ‘Purple Beauty’ is the ideal choice for gardeners who want a burst of purple color in spring and a hardy plant, perfect for quickly and effectively covering the ground in sunny spots.

Height including pot 15 cm

At the time of listing, all plants had flowers, but it is possible they may lose their flowers – therefore the displayed price is for a plant with or without flowers.