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Family: Phlox
Type: Perennial
Other Common Name: Creeping Phlox
White Delight Creeping Phlox, also known as ‘Snow Creeping Phlox’, is a stunning ground cover plant. It’s distinguished by its lush carpet of white flowers that bloom in early spring. This variety is a favorite for its vibrant display and ease of care.
This low-growing perennial forms a dense mat of evergreen foliage, making it an excellent choice for year-round interest. The plant typically reaches only 4-6 inches in height but spreads outwards with its needle-like leaves. Its white blooms are particularly striking against the dark green foliage.
Snow Creeping Phlox is hardy, drought-tolerant, and thrives in well-drained soil. It’s an ideal plant for rock gardens, borders, and slopes, offering both beauty and functionality in various landscaping scenarios.
Hardiness Zone: 2a-3a
Deer Resistant: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Moisture Preference: Dry to average
Sun Needs: Full sun to partial shade
Drought Tolerance (Xeriscape): Yes
Growth Rate: Medium
Average Height (feet): 0.5
Average Spread (feet): 1.5
Average Life Span (years): 10
Form: Spreading
Flower Color: White
Flower Shape: Star
Bloom Season: From early to late spring
Foliage Color: Green
Foliage Shape: Needle
White Delight Creeping Phlox is perfect for creating a visual impact in your yard. Its blanket of white flowers in spring can transform areas into a sea of white. Plant it in rock gardens, along walkways, or as a border to enjoy its full splendor.
This plant is excellent for erosion control on slopes or hillsides. Its mat-forming habit stabilizes the soil and adds an aesthetic appeal. Use it in sunny spots in your yard where other plants may struggle, as it’s tolerant of poor soil and dry conditions.
Incorporate Snow Creeping Phlox into mixed perennial beds for a burst of early spring color. It pairs well with other spring-blooming perennials and bulbs, creating a diverse and vibrant garden tapestry.
In alpine and rock gardens, White Delight Creeping Phlox thrives among rocks and boulders. Its cascading habit softens hard edges and fills in crevices beautifully.
For a traditional cottage garden, this plant adds a quaint charm. Its dense floral display in spring complements other cottage garden favorites like tulips and peonies.
In formal garden settings, Snow Creeping Phlox provides a neat, low-maintenance ground cover. Its uniform flowering and growth habit create a sense of order and elegance.
Plant Snow Creeping Phlox around the base of taller plants or shrubs. It acts as a living mulch, helping to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. For a dramatic effect, use it to line pathways or driveways, where its blooms can be fully appreciated.
In spring, White Delight Creeping Phlox is a showstopper with its profuse white flowers. The plant becomes a carpet of blooms, attracting pollinators and providing a stunning display.
After blooming, the plant remains an attractive ground cover with its dense, green foliage. It continues to provide visual interest throughout the summer.
In fall, the foliage of Snow Creeping Phlox can take on a slightly bronze hue, adding another layer of color to the autumn garden.
During winter, the evergreen foliage of White Delight Creeping Phlox remains, offering greenery when most other plants have died back. It provides winter interest, especially in snowy landscapes.
Ajuga 'Chocolate Chip'
Hemerocallis 'Stella de Oro'
Nepeta faassenii 'Novanepjun'
White Delight Creeping Phlox excels in areas with full sun to partial shade. It’s perfect for planting on slopes, in rock gardens, or along borders, where its flowering can be prominently displayed.
This plant prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade. Full sun exposure encourages the most vigorous growth and abundant flowering.
Well-drained soil is essential for Snow Creeping Phlox. It thrives in a variety of soil types but does best in slightly acidic to neutral soil.
Space the plants about 15-18 inches apart. This allows each plant enough room to grow and spread, creating a dense ground cover without overcrowding.
The ideal time to plant White Delight Creeping Phlox is in the spring or early fall. This timing allows the plant to establish its root system before extreme weather conditions.
Plant at the same depth as the container it came in. Loosen the soil around the planting hole to encourage root growth. Water thoroughly after planting to settle the soil around the roots.
Regular watering is important after planting until the phlox is established. Once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional watering during dry spells.
A light application of a balanced fertilizer in early spring can promote healthy growth and flowering. Avoid over-fertilizing, as this can lead to lush foliage at the expense of blooms.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage denser growth. This also helps prevent the center of the plant from dying out.
In spring, prune to remove any winter damage and shape the plant. Apply fertilizer to support vigorous growth and abundant flowering.
During summer, minimal care is needed. Water the plant during prolonged dry periods to maintain its health and appearance.
In fall, no specific care is necessary. The plant will naturally prepare for dormancy as temperatures drop.
Snow Creeping Phlox requires little care in winter. Its evergreen foliage will persist, providing some color and texture in the garden.
Iberis sempervirens
Phlox subulata 'Emerald Pink'
Phlox subulata 'Snowflakes'
Snow Creeping Phlox spreads moderately, filling in space over a season or two to create a dense ground cover.
Yes, it’s suitable for containers, especially hanging baskets or as a spiller in mixed plantings, providing a cascading effect with its blooms.
White Delight Creeping Phlox is generally deer resistant. Its dense growth and flowering habit are less appealing to deer, making it a good choice for gardens in deer-prone areas.
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