Question WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO PLANT CREEPING PHLOX? Answer Creeping phlox is a tough plant! You can plant it either spring or fall. If you plant it now, you will be able to enjoy it early spring when it flowers. Tags: CareDesignFAQProjects Related Questions What is a good shrub to plant now in mid-June when temps are in the 70s to 90? Morning sun, afternoon shade. HOW DO I KNOW IF MY EASY ELEGANCE ROSES DIED OVER WINTER? My hydrangea bushes in the spring have dried brown flowers at the ends of stems. Can I cut these off? Will it interfere with new blooming? I HAVE A BLOOMSTRUCK REBLOOMING HYDRANGEA AND IT SEEMS AS THOUGH THE BUDS HAVE DIED ON LAST YEAR’S GROWTH, BUT I DO HAVE NEW GROWTH COMING IN. SHOULD I BE WORRIED?