100 Scarlet Flame Creeping Phlox Seeds - Groundcover Perennial Flower

Scarlet Flame Creeping Phlox (Phlox subulata) is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial prized for its vibrant, star-shaped flowers that blanket the plant in spring. Its needle-like, evergreen foliage forms a dense carpet that suppresses weeds and adds texture to the garden. This versatile groundcover is ideal for rock gardens, borders, slopes, and as a colorful edging along pathways. The brilliant scarlet-red blooms attract pollinators and create a stunning display when planted en masse.

Easy to grow from seed, Scarlet Flame Creeping Phlox thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal maintenance, making it a favorite for low-water landscapes and beginner gardeners.

Plant Features

• Vibrant scarlet-red flowers in spring
• Low-growing, mat-forming habit
• Evergreen, needle-like foliage
• Attracts butterflies and pollinators
• Drought-tolerant once established

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Phlox subulata
• Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Low, spreading groundcover
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9
• Bloom Season: Spring
• Mature Height: 4-6 inches
• Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Scarlet Flame Creeping Phlox seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors in fall. Press seeds into the soil surface and keep moist until germination. Provide a cold stratification period of 4-6 weeks to improve germination rates. Transplant seedlings outdoors after the danger of frost has passed, spacing them 12-18 inches apart in a sunny location with well-drained soil.

Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep root system. Once established, Creeping Phlox is drought-tolerant and requires little supplemental water. Shear back plants after blooming to maintain a tidy appearance and encourage dense growth. Divide clumps every few years to rejuvenate.

What's Included

100 Scarlet Flame Creeping Phlox seeds.