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Phlox stolonifera 'Home Fires'

Home Fires creeping phlox

Phlox stolonifera is a hardy, early-blooming species of Phlox, providng beautiful color in the early spring. From full sun with moist soils to heavy shade (where it will still grow, though with fewer flowers), this species does well just about anywhere. One of the most effective ways to use this species is to create continuous swaths spreading through garden beds. 'Home Fires' flowers bright pink, a discovery by botanist Edgar T. Wherry. 

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Height: 8-12 in
Spread: 8-12 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-8


Bloom Color: Pink

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Cultivar
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
Ecoregion
• Not Ecotypic in New England
Ornamental Interest
• Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Bees
• Attracts Butterflies
Additional Attributes
• Fragrant
Landscape Use
• Groundcover
• Massing
Growth Habit
• Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


Home Fires creeping phlox - Phlox stolonifera 'Home Fires' from Native Plant Trust