Masses of large, bright scarlet flowers with darker eye cover the top of this mat-forming creeper for a long period. Creates a carpet of color for use as a groundcover, in bank plantings or in rock gardens. Spectacular when cascading over walls. Tolerates some drought. Evergreen perennial.
Common Name: Scarlet Flame Creeping Phlox
Botanical Name: Phlox subulata 'Scarlet Flame'\
Watering Needs:Water regularly in extreme heat for best performance. Requires less water once established.
Botanical Pronunciation:floks sub-yoo-LAH-tuh
Plant type:Perennial
Deciduous/evergreen:Evergreen
Growth rate:Moderate
Average landscape size:Moderate grower to 4 to 6 in. tall, 18 in. wide.
Special features:North American Native Selection, Pet Friendly, Waterwise
Foliage color:Green
Blooms:Scarlet flowers in spring.
Flower color:Red
Flower attributesFlowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers
Garden styleCottage