Grow Scarlet Flame Creeping Phlox (Phlox subulata) from seed! This hardy, mat-forming perennial produces bright scarlet-pink blooms in early spring. Perfect for groundcover, rock gardens, slopes, and pollinator-friendly borders. - Vivid Scarlet Blooms – Masses of color in spring - Low-Growing Groundcover – Dense, evergreen mat - Pollinator Friendly – Supports early-season bees - Great for Slopes Edging – Prevents erosion - 100+ Seeds for Planting – Cold stratification improves germination Common Name: Scarlet Flame Creeping Phlox Scientific Name: Phlox subulata Color: Scarlet-pink to magenta blooms Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soils Sunlight: Full sun Watering: Low to moderate Growth Habit: Low-growing mat (4–6 inches tall, 1–2 ft spread) Planting Season: Fall or spring (cold stratify for best results) Days to Maturity: Blooms in second year Plant Type: Perennial USDA Zone: 3–9