Go Back Rock Soapwort

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 3:53 PM

Saponaria ocymoides

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    Plant Type: Perennials

    Saponaria is a sprawling plant which forms a nice carpet of semi-evergreen foliage. Small sprays of pink flowers appear in early summer. It works well in a rock garden, as a ground cover, or between stepping stones on a path. The common name, Soapwort, refers to the sap from the roots of S. officinalis which was once used to make soap.

    Plant Availability

     Rock Soapwort is not available for purchase at this time.

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    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Saponaria prefers full sun and average to dry, well-drained soil. Cut plants back by about half after they are finished blooming to maintain a compact habit. This may also provide the added benefit of sporadic repeat bloom in late summer.

    Flower Color

    Pink

    Foliage Color

    Semi-evergreen

    Plant Spread

    12-15 in.

    Good Companions

    Rock Cress (Aubrieta ), Geranium-Hardy (Geranium ), Pinks (Dianthus ), Snow in Summer (Cerastium

    Plant Height

    8 in.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    3-7

    Soil Moisture

    Low to average water needs

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Edging, Container, Ground cover, Drought Tolerant, Border

    Bloom Time

    Early summer

    Critter Resistance

    Deer resistant

    Exposure

    Full sun

    Growth Rate

    Medium

    Seasonal Interests

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