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Description:
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 groundcover, 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.
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| Common Name: |
Soapwort, Rock Soapwort |
| Botanical
Name: |
Saponaria |
| Type: |
Perennial ground cover |
| Soil
Preference: |
Average to dry, well-drained
soil. |
| Light
Requirements: |
Full sun |
| Attributes: |
Edging, ground cover, drought
tolerant, border, attracts hummingbirds, attracts butterflies, deer
resistant |
| Pests: |
-- |
| Diseases: |
-- |
| Companion Plants: |
False Rock Cress,
Hardy Geranium, Pinks,
Snow-in-Summer |
| Care: |
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.
Planting Instructions: Perennials
Water & Fertilizer Schedule |
| Varieties:
This variety listing is for
informational purposes only,
it is not a catalog.
To view our catalog or availability, click
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Saponaria ocymoides
Rock Soapwort
zones 3-7
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Description: 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 groundcover, 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. |
| Bloom
Color: |
Pink |
| Bloom
Time: |
Early Summer |
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Foliage Color: |
Green |
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Height: |
8" |
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Spread: |
12-15" |
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