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Phlox subulata Scarlet Flame

Phlox subulata Scarlet Flame
Moss Phlox, Creeping Phlox, Mountain Phlox, Dwarf Phlox

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I was very disappointed with the appearance upon receipt. It looked rather miserable and dilapidated. The few branches were brown and seemed dried out. I hope it will recover!

NLB, 22/05/2024

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A magnificent perennial that quickly forms a carpet of deep pink flowers from April to June.
Flower size
2 cm
Height at maturity
10 cm
Spread at maturity
40 cm
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -29°C
Soil moisture
Dry soil, Moist soil
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Recommended planting time February to May, September to November
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Description

Phlox subulata 'Scarlet Flame', commonly known as moss phlox, is an excellent ground cover plant with a spreading habit. It produces an abundance of flowers and has a fast growth rate. Ideal for rockeries and walls, or in a container on a sunny patio.

This very hardy perennial forms a compact and evergreen rustic carpet. 'Scarlet Flame' has 2cm (1in) long, opposite, linear, medium green leaves on prostrate stems that root easily. In April, beautiful 2cm (1in) diameter star-shaped flowers in deep pink completely cover the foliage, forming a dense carpet of blooms.

Originally from the United States, 'Scarlet Flame' thrives in well-drained, light soil, even in dry sunny locations. It is a robust plant that creates a lovely cascade of flowers along a wall or to brighten up a rockery. Combine it with aubrietas, saxifrages, or botanical tulips.

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Phlox subulata Scarlet Flame (Foliage) Foliage

Flowering

Flower colour pink
Flowering time April to June
Flower size 2 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour dark green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 10 cm
Spread at maturity 40 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Phlox

Species

subulata

Cultivar

Scarlet Flame

Family

Polemoniaceae

Other common names

Moss Phlox, Creeping Phlox, Mountain Phlox, Dwarf Phlox

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference843312

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Planting and care

Plant in spring in light and well-drained soil with a spacing of 30 to 40cm (12 to 16in). Add compost to the planting soil. Add sand or gravel to heavy soils. It roots easily in very sunny areas. Water regularly during the first year.

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Planting period

Recommended planting time February to May, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Rockery
Type of use Border, Container, Slope
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Neutral, Calcareous
Soil type Chalky (poor, alkaline and well-drained), Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil, Well-drained

Care

Pruning instructions Prune the faded flowers with shears, close to the end of the flowering period.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time June to July
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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