If creeping phlox starts to show its tan middles, like the woody stem areas, what is that indicating? Should I shake on some top soil and Petitti's planting mix so it is deeper?
The center of creeping phlox browning out can indicate too wet or too dry conditions. We don't recommend covering it with soil. It is best to check soil moisture around the plant. If too wet, roots can rot and mildew can develop turning the foliage brown too. You can try digging it and raising the plant up, a few inches, incorporating compost or Sweet Peet around it to increase drainage. If you haven't fertilized it with Plant-tone and Iron-tone, that can also help green the plant up. You can also clip the green edges of the clump a couple inches to force new growth back at the base of the plant.
@@PetittiGardenCenters I use Miracle-gro crystals mixed with water on alot of my plants and flowers. 1 tablespoon to 1 gallon of water that has been left open for at least 24 hours to let the chlorine evaporate. Is this ok to use on most things except for the few plants that won't flower with food?
Miracle Gro is a multipurpose fertilizer, so as long as you are following the package directions for the plants you are feeding that is fine. Because it is a liquid solution, just know that it is fast-release and if overused can burn your plant material.
