Moss Phlox (Noun)
Meaning
Low tufted perennial phlox with needlelike evergreen leaves and pink or white flowers; native to United States and widely cultivated as a ground cover.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Moss phlox is a popular choice for gardeners looking for a low-maintenance, spreading ground cover that can thrive in poor soil.
- The Creeping Phlox or moss phlox is a flowering ground cover for full sun, perfect for areas that need to be filled with a perennial.
- These plants can form large mats of pink, purple, and white flowers that bloom early in the spring, which is why moss phlox is often chosen for rock gardens.
- The home owner had moss phlox covering a good portion of her lawn and had made no attempt to mow or edge it, simply allowing it to grow wild.
- As a bonus, moss phlox attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, which adds another layer of interest to its already impressive list of qualities.