Due to its striking flowers, the phlox is often referred to as the “flame flower” in German-speaking countries. The low-growing cushion phlox is often planted in rock gardens or as a ground cover because it tolerates drought well and can produce an impressive sea of flowers with little care.
How do you plant cushion phlox correctly?
When planting cushion phlox, you should prefer sunny locations, use well-drained soil and plant the plants at a distance of around 20 to 30 cm. For better growing conditions, the soil can be mixed with sand or gravel.
How do these plants grow?
The cushion phlox (Phlox subulata) is a herbaceous plant that forms cushions about 10 to 15 cm high. The slender green leaves form an ideal background for the numerous flowers in flower colors such as white, red, pink or blue.
Which location does upholstery phlox prefer?
The cushion phlox grows particularly well in sunny locations. Garden corners with light partial shade are also tolerated, but growth and flowering are sometimes a little sparser.
What should you consider when planting cushion phlox?
When growing in a planter, make sure it is of sufficient size. In addition, permanently moist or clay-rich soils should be prepared for planting cushion phlox with a drainage layer or by adding the following materials:
- gravel
- gravel
- Sand
- seasoned compost
Should upholstery phlox be preferred?
Cushion phlox can be grown from seeds in bowls and pots or directly outdoors. However, container plants are usually purchased and planted directly in the desired location.
When is it possible to transplant cushion phlox?
Transplanting cushion phlox is possible at any time from spring to autumn as long as the ground is frost-free and there are no extreme weather conditions.
How is cushion phlox propagated?
The upholstery phlox can be propagated in the following ways:
- Growing from seeds
- Division of older plants
- Cuttings
Cuttings for upholstery phlox are usually planted in clusters.
When is the best time to plant cushion phlox?
The best time for planting cushion phlox is spring. Container plants from the trade can usually be planted at any time from spring to autumn as long as they are sufficiently watered until they grow.
When does cushion phlox bloom?
The cushion phlox usually blooms between April and June. Some cultivars also bloom a little later.
Which soil does upholstery phlox prefer?
The cushion phlox feels comfortable on permeable soil without waterlogging. A certain amount of sand or gravel usually improves the growing conditions for cushion phlox.
At what distance should cushion phlox be planted as a ground cover?
Since cushion phlox grows quickly under suitable conditions, you can maintain a distance of around 20 to 30 cm when planting. Particularly attractive effects can result if you plant different varieties with different flower colors next to each other.
Tip
By cutting back after flowering, the cushion phlox can be rejuvenated in a similar way to the winter heather. In addition, pruning can even stimulate the upholstery phlox to bloom again.
