Creeping Phlox Plants Gone

Question

I planted around 50 – 1 gallon Creeping Phlox and all but 4 are gone. When I say gone the root ball is still in place in the hole I planted them in but the stems and leaves are completely gone like they just disappeared. Any idea what could have happened here?

Answer 1

They were probably eaten by an insect or animal! These articles will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/plum/purple-leaf-plum-care.htm