SKU: 00840369418890 Scarlett Flame Creeping Phlox Subulata in a 4 inch pot

Scarlett Flame Creeping Phlox is a dazzling evergreen groundcover that blankets the landscape with a vibrant carpet of brilliant scarlet-red flowers each spring. This low-growing perennial forms dense mats of fine, needle-like evergreen foliage that provide year-round texture and color. During bloom season, the foliage becomes nearly hidden beneath masses of vivid flowers, creating a spectacular display along slopes, rock gardens, borders, retaining walls, and pathways. Easy to grow and exceptionally durable, Scarlett Flame Creeping Phlox is valued for its drought tolerance, pollinator appeal, and ability to suppress weeds while adding dramatic spring color.

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Price For Each Unit

$9.15 / each

$9.05 / each

$8.95 / each

$8.86 / each

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$8.76 / each

Key Features

Growth Habit:
- Low-growing, spreading evergreen perennial groundcover
- Forms dense mats of foliage
- Typically grows 4–6 inches tall and spreads 18–24 inches or more
Bloom Color:
- Brilliant scarlet-red flowers
Fragrance:
- Light sweet floral fragrance
Wildlife Attraction & Pest Resistance:
- Attracts butterflies, bees, and pollinators
- Deer resistant
- Rabbit resistant
- Generally resistant to pests and diseases
Planting Zones: USDA Zones 3–9
Sun Preferences:
- Full sun to light partial shade
- Best flowering occurs in full sun
Drought Tolerance:
- High once established

Planting Instructions (From a 3.5" Pot into the Ground)

1. Choose the Location

Select a sunny location with well-drained soil.
Ideal for rock gardens, slopes, edging, retaining walls, and groundcover plantings.

2. Prepare the Soil

Loosen soil 6–8 inches deep.
Incorporate compost if needed to improve drainage and soil structure.
Avoid poorly drained locations.

3. Dig the Hole

Dig a hole twice as wide as the 3.5" pot and equal depth.

4. Remove from Pot

Carefully remove the plant and gently loosen any circling roots.

5. Plant

Position the root ball level with the surrounding soil surface.
Backfill with soil and gently firm around the roots.

6. Water Thoroughly

Water deeply after planting.
Keep soil moderately moist during establishment.

7. Mulch

Apply a light layer of mulch around the planting area, avoiding direct contact with the foliage.

8. Spacing

Space plants 12–18 inches apart for rapid groundcover coverage.

Seasonal Care & Maintenance

Water occasionally during prolonged drought periods.
Shear lightly after flowering to maintain a dense, tidy appearance.
Avoid overly wet soil conditions, particularly during winter.
Fertilize lightly in early spring if desired.
Divide mature clumps every few years if additional plants are desired.

Scarlett Flame Creeping Phlox is a stunning spring-blooming groundcover that transforms the landscape with a sea of brilliant scarlet-red flowers. Its evergreen foliage, drought tolerance, and easy-care nature make it an outstanding choice for slopes, borders, rock gardens, and sunny groundcover plantings.