Phlox subulata (Moss Phlox, Moss Pink, Mountain Phlox) is a perennial creeper
growing to a height of 6 inches and covering a 20 inch wide area. The small,
five-petaled flowers bloom in rose, mauve, blue, white, or pink in late spring
to early summer. According to one news story, the plants give off an odor that
can supposedly be mistaken for marijuana. This has been known to cause
altercations between gardeners and law enforcement personnel or criminals.