Flower lawn 'Emerald Cushion Blue'

Phlox subulata 'Emerald Cushion Blue'

Phlox subulata 'Emerald Cushion Blue' has the following growth characteristics:
 - Growth Characteristics:
- It is a perennial herbaceous plant with small, needle-shaped leaves that blooms from purple to bluish-purple from spring to early summer.
- It grows in a mat-like form, making it suitable as a ground cover plant.
- It thrives with ample sunlight and prefers well-drained soil.
 - Propagation Methods:
- It is primarily propagated by cuttings or division.
- Cuttings are taken in spring or autumn; one method involves selecting a healthy stem, placing it in water to encourage rooting, and then planting it.
- Division involves separating the root portion and planting it in a new location; spring or autumn is the optimal time for this.
 - Cultivation Methods:
- Plant in a sunny location and ensure good ventilation. - It prefers well-drained soil, and you should avoid keeping it too wet.
- Water intermittently when the soil is dry, and avoid overwatering.
 - Uses in the Garden:
- It is used on flowerbed edges, slopes, and rock gardens, serving as a ground cover plant.
- It can be interplanted with other plants to add color and texture.
 - Major Pests and Control Methods:
- Major diseases include leaf blight and powdery mildew, which can occur when ventilation is poor or the soil is excessively wet.
- For control, plant with sufficient spacing to maintain ventilation, and use an appropriate fungicide if disease occurs.
- Pests include spider mites and aphids; if found, remove them immediately with water or soapy water, or use an organic insecticide.

The Phlox 'Emerald Cushion Blue' is relatively easy to care for and is a plant that can be utilized in various garden styles.

Plant Family	Polemoniaceae
Height	10~15cm
Spread	30~60cm
Colors	purple
Bloom Period	April~May
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-30°C

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