Skip to product information
1 of 1

Emerald Cushion Blue Moss Phlox (Phlox subulata ‘Emerald Cushion Blue’)

Emerald Cushion Blue Moss Phlox (Phlox subulata ‘Emerald Cushion Blue’)

Emerald Cushion Blue Moss Phlox is a low-growing perennial valued for its soft blue flowers and dense, cushion-like growth habit. This cultivar of Phlox subulata is known for its ability to create a uniform carpet of colour in early spring.

This herbaceous perennial forms a tight mat of fine, needle-like evergreen foliage. In early to mid-spring, it becomes covered in masses of small, star-shaped flowers in soft blue tones, creating a smooth, blanket-like effect across the landscape. The blooms attract pollinators such as bees and provide an early-season colour boost.

Emerald Cushion Blue Phlox is well-suited for groundcover, rock gardens, slopes, and border edging. Its spreading habit makes it ideal for filling spaces, cascading over retaining walls, and helping control erosion.

Regular price $10.99
Regular price Sale price $10.99
Sale Sold out
Shipping calculated at checkout.
Size

Choose a pot for your plant

Sun Requirements ▾

Full sun. Provide at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day for dense, compact growth and the heaviest spring flowering. Light partial shade can be tolerated, but excessive shade may result in fewer flowers and a looser growth habit.

Watering Instructions ▾

Low to moderate. Water regularly during establishment to encourage a strong root system. Once established, Emerald Cushion Blue Moss Phlox has good drought tolerance and prefers the soil to dry somewhat between waterings. Avoid consistently wet or waterlogged conditions.

Care Tips ▾

Lightly shear plants after the main spring flowering period to remove faded flowers, encourage dense fresh growth, and maintain a tidy cushion-like habit. Avoid excessive fertilizer, which can encourage loose foliage growth and reduce flowering. Excellent drainage is especially important for healthy plants and reliable overwintering. A moisture meter is a great way to gauge your plant's moisture levels.
View full details