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Phlox subulata ‘Red’ / ‘Scarlet Flame’ (Red Creeping Phlox)Red Creeping Phlox is a spring‑blooming evergreen groundcover that solves the problem of dull, hard‑to‑plant sunny slopes and rocky areas. Its fiery red‑pink flowers create a dramatic carpet of color each spring, while its dense, low‑growing foliage helps stabilize soil and suppress weeds. This variety thrives in full sun, spreads 12 to 18 inches, and performs beautifully in tough, dry locations.
Key Features• Bold red‑pink spring bloom• Evergreen foliage for year‑round texture• Thrives in full sun• Excellent for erosion control• Low‑maintenance and drought‑tolerant• Forms dense, weed‑suppressing mats
Common Questions• What problem does Red Creeping Phlox solve?It adds bold, dramatic color to sunny slopes and rocky areas while helping stabilize soil.• Is it good for beginners?Yes. It’s easy to grow and thrives in tough, sunny locations.• Will it grow in full sun?Yes. Full sun produces the strongest red color and tightest growth.• How fast does it spread?It spreads 12 to 18 inches wide, expanding more each year.• Is it drought tolerant?Once established, it thrives in dry, rocky soils.
Plant Characteristics• Height: Low, mat‑forming• Spread: 12–18 inches• Foliage: Evergreen• Flowers: Fiery red‑pink• Bloom Time: Spring
Planting & Care• Spacing: 12 to 18 inches apart• Soil: Well‑drained; thrives in rocky or sandy soils• Light: Full sun• Watering: Low once established• Care: Clip spent blooms, lightly fertilize after flowering, water well after feeding
Seasonal Notes• Evergreen foliage• Fiery red‑pink spring bloom• Heat‑ and drought‑tolerant once established
Ideal Uses• Rock gardens• Retaining walls• Sunny slopes and banks• Pathway edging• ContainersExplore more options in our Sun‑Loving Groundcovers collection, including Creeping Thyme, a fragrant, drought‑tolerant companion that pairs beautifully with Red Creeping Phlox on sunny slopes and pathways.
Order Red Creeping PhloxBring bold, fiery spring color to your landscape with Red Creeping Phlox, available in pint‑size pots at Greenwood Nursery.
Shipping Information• Available Sizes: Pint‑size pots
Brand:Green Wood NurserySKU:PHL RED PIN-1Tags:Growth Rate: Medium-growing, Light Requirement: Full Sun, Light Requirement: Partial, Mature Height: 0 - 1ft, Planting Zone: 3, Planting Zone: 5, Planting Zone: 6, Planting Zone: 7, Planting Zone: 8, Planting Zone:4Plant Size:Red Phlox - Pint - 1 plant
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Phlox subulata ‘Red’ / ‘Scarlet Flame’ (Red Creeping Phlox)Red Creeping Phlox is a spring‑blooming evergreen groundcover that solves the problem of dull, hard‑to‑plant sunny slopes and rocky areas. Its fiery red‑pink flowers create a dramatic carpet of color each spring, while its dense, low‑growing foliage helps stabilize soil and suppress weeds. This variety thrives in full sun, spreads 12 to 18 inches, and performs beautifully in tough, dry locations.
Key Features• Bold red‑pink spring bloom• Evergreen foliage for year‑round texture• Thrives in full sun• Excellent for erosion control• Low‑maintenance and drought‑tolerant• Forms dense, weed‑suppressing mats
Common Questions• What problem does Red Creeping Phlox solve?It adds bold, dramatic color to sunny slopes and rocky areas while helping stabilize soil.• Is it good for beginners?Yes. It’s easy to grow and thrives in tough, sunny locations.• Will it grow in full sun?Yes. Full sun produces the strongest red color and tightest growth.• How fast does it spread?It spreads 12 to 18 inches wide, expanding more each year.• Is it drought tolerant?Once established, it thrives in dry, rocky soils.
Plant Characteristics• Height: Low, mat‑forming• Spread: 12–18 inches• Foliage: Evergreen• Flowers: Fiery red‑pink• Bloom Time: Spring
Planting & Care• Spacing: 12 to 18 inches apart• Soil: Well‑drained; thrives in rocky or sandy soils• Light: Full sun• Watering: Low once established• Care: Clip spent blooms, lightly fertilize after flowering, water well after feeding
Seasonal Notes• Evergreen foliage• Fiery red‑pink spring bloom• Heat‑ and drought‑tolerant once established
Ideal Uses• Rock gardens• Retaining walls• Sunny slopes and banks• Pathway edging• ContainersExplore more options in our Sun‑Loving Groundcovers collection, including Creeping Thyme, a fragrant, drought‑tolerant companion that pairs beautifully with Red Creeping Phlox on sunny slopes and pathways.
Order Red Creeping PhloxBring bold, fiery spring color to your landscape with Red Creeping Phlox, available in pint‑size pots at Greenwood Nursery.
Shipping Information• Available Sizes: Pint‑size pots
Brand:Green Wood NurserySKU:PHL RED PIN-1Tags:Growth Rate: Medium-growing, Light Requirement: Full Sun, Light Requirement: Partial, Mature Height: 0 - 1ft, Planting Zone: 3, Planting Zone: 5, Planting Zone: 6, Planting Zone: 7, Planting Zone: 8, Planting Zone:4Plant Size:Red Phlox - Pint - 1 plant
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