Saponaria ocymoides
More About Saponaria ocymoides
- Trailing, mat-forming perennial
- Bears, axillary, bright pink flowers
- Flowers rise slightly above the foliage
- Small, lance-shaped, dark green leaves are 1.5 cm long
- Semi-evergreen foliage
- Use as a ground cover or between stepping stones
- Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
- Flower Size: 2.5 cm
Zone:
2Height:
20-25 cmSpread:
40-50 cmColour:
PinkRock Soapwort Growing and Maintenance Tips
Plant in an average to dry, well-drained soil, in full sun to partial shade. Drought tolerant once established. Shear spent flowers to maintain a tidy appearance.
Saponaria ocymoides Characteristics

Full Sun

Partial Sun/Shade

Deer Resistant

Drought Tolerant

Low Maintenance

Evergreen

Rock garden

Ground cover
Soil Moisture
Well-drainedAverage to Dry Soils