Phlox subulata ‘McDaniels Cushion’ – 3 x 9cm Pot Online Hot Sale

Description

Phlox subulata ‘McDaniels Cushion’ – 3 x 9cm Pot

• Masses of bright pink flowers in late spring
• Low-growing, good for groundcover
• Weed-suppressing foliage
• Popular with pollinators

Phlox subulata ‘McDaniels Cushion’ is a carpet of colour in late spring, covered in masses of bright pink flowers over a weed-suppressing mat of foliage. The vivid flowers are a great early source of nectar for pollinators. This low-growing perennial is ideal as groundcover and also looks great trailing over a low wall.

How you will receive your plants:

Selected by our team of experts and sent from our nursery, you will receive your plant in a pot, ready to plant out.

Can’t plant straight away?

Place the pot in a sheltered sunny spot outdoors and water regularly to keep the soil moist.

Planting tips and hints:

Planting in containers: Plant approximately 8-12 plants per 30cm container. Sprinkle a layer of stone or gravel in the bottom of the container to aid drainage. Use a high-quality young plant or general-purpose compost spaced evenly with enough space to allow the plants to grow. Mix in a slow-release granular fertiliser in the compost before placing the plant to provide plenty of nutrients. Water thoroughly once planted up. Continue to water every 3-5 days and don’t allow the container to dry out.

Planting in the ground:  Dig a hole approximately twice as deep and 3 times as wide as the plant, if your soil is heavy mix in general-purpose compost, horticultural sand and stone or potting grit to ensure good drainage. Gently compact the soil around the plant and water thoroughly.

Feeding and aftercare: When feeding use a liquid feed high in potash so it gets to the roots of the plant allowing them to absorb the feed.

*Planting and flowering months below are subject to seasonal weather conditions.