Introduce a burst of vibrant color to your garden with Phlox subulata 'Scarlet Flame', a striking variety of creeping phlox known for its brilliant scarlet flowers and lush, mat-forming foliage. This perennial ground cover is a favorite among gardeners for its ability to spread quickly and provide a thick carpet of color in the spring.

The 'Scarlet Flame' dazzles with its dense clusters of deep red flowers, which create a dramatic visual impact when they bloom profusely in early to mid-spring. These vivid blossoms not only add a rich depth of color but also attract pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds, adding life and activity to the garden.

Ideal for rock gardens, borders, and slopes, Phlox subulata 'Scarlet Flame' thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, where it can best showcase its vibrant blooms and semi-evergreen foliage. Its ability to spread over rocks and spill down walls makes it an excellent choice for erosion control and for adding texture and color to challenging areas of the landscape.

Low maintenance and drought-tolerant once established, 'Scarlet Flame' requires minimal care, making it a fantastic selection for busy gardeners and those new to gardening alike. Its resistance to deer and other pests ensures that its colorful display remains pristine throughout the season.

With Phlox subulata 'Scarlet Flame', you can transform any space into a stunning display of fiery red, enhancing the beauty of your garden with a reliable, eye-catching ground cover that will return year after year.

If a punch of vibrant scarlet red color is what you are seeking, search no more. Scarlet Flame will not only paint your garden in vibrant, inviting hues, she'll also call butterflies and hummingbirds to come to the party.

Scarlet Flame's creeping habit makes it perfect for plantings over walls and in cracks. In addition to being tolerant of clay or sand in its soil, this Phlox variety thrives in polluted and windy conditions making her a wonderful option for urban gardeners.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 3-9 (-40 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• AHS Heat Zone: 9-1
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Mature height: 4-6"
• Spacing: 8-12"
• Tolerant of: Deer, Drought, Poor Soil, Salt
• pH of Soil: 4.5 - 8.0, Ideal pH: 5.5-6.5
• Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
• Grows Under Trees: Conifer - No, Walnut - Yes, Other - Yes
• Good for borders & edging: Yes
• Spreads by creeping: Yes
• Good for erosion control: Yes
• Evergreen: Yes
• Native to the U.S.: Yes
• Good for slopes: Yes

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