Botanical: Phlox subulata 'Scarlet Flame' Common: Creeping Phlox 'Scarlet Flame' Habit: Low-growing, mat-forming perennial groundcover with needle-like, evergreen foliage. Mature Size: Grows 4-6 inches tall and spreads 1-2 feet wide. USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9 Bloom Time: Early to mid-spring, providing a vibrant seasonal carpet of color. Bloom: Features a profusion of deep scarlet-red flowers that create a stunning, eye-catching display, ideal for adding early season interest to the landscape. Care: Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance. Can be lightly sheared after flowering to maintain a compact form. Known to be deer resistant, meaning deer tend to avoid it, though no plant is completely deer-proof.