Creeping Phlox
Phlox stolonifera
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
4"–12" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Apr, May, Jun
Native to
GA, KY, MD, ME and 8 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths
Creeping phlox forms a low, spreading carpet of evergreen foliage topped with clusters of fragrant spring flowers in shades of blue, purple, pink, or white. This native groundcover thrives in partial shade and provides excellent coverage for slopes or woodland garden areas.
In an HOA neighborhood
Creeping Phlox is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The abundant spring blooms attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, providing crucial early-season nectar. Night-flying moths also visit the fragrant flowers for nighttime pollination services.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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