🌺 Phlox subulata ‘Scarlet Flame’
Phlox subulata ‘Scarlet Flame’
A bold evergreen groundcover that erupts with magenta‑red blooms each spring.
Phlox subulata ‘Scarlet Flame’ delivers intense vibrant color in early spring. Its dense, needle‑like foliage forms a low mat that spreads to create a brilliant carpet of magenta‑pink flowers. Perfect for slopes, rock gardens, and borders, this select creeping phlox is drought‑tolerant, cold‑hardy, and easy to grow in full sun and well‑drained soil. A Fanelli favorite for long‑lasting spring display and year‑round evergreen texture.
🌿 Key Features
- Brilliant Color: Dense mats of magenta‑red flowers cover the plant in spring.
- Evergreen Texture: Retains lush green foliage year‑round.
- Low Maintenance: Thrives in poor soil and handles dry conditions once established.
- Perfect Groundcover: Ideal for slopes, edges and rocky beds.
📏 Mature Size
Height: 4–6 in • Width: 12–24 in • Growth Rate: Fast spreading
☀️ Growing Conditions
Sunlight: Full sun
Watering: Low to moderate after establishment
Soil: Well‑drained, sandy or gravelly soil
Zone: 3–9
🏡 Best Uses
- Rock gardens and stone walls
- Sunny slopes and border edges
- Mass plantings for spring color
- Container and groundcover combinations
🛠️ Planting Tips
Plant in a sunny location with fast‑draining soil. Trim lightly after bloom to encourage dense growth and a tidy appearance. Avoid heavy watering once established.
📍 Available at Fanelli Landscape Supply
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