Saponaria ocymoides

Also Known As

Mediterranean Rock Soapwort

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"
W: 12"-15"

planting zones

3a-7b

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Saponaria ocymoides plant details

Saponaria ocymoides is a fast-growing broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - low water. Does well in average and lean soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Saponaria ocymoides

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 8 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Saponaria ocymoides

USDA Zones: 3a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and lean

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Zn 2. Pink flowers. Sprawling semi-evergreen.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Flat mats to several feet across, this does not root down as it creeps, making it easy to lift up and trim back the cushion.

By: Arrowhead Alpines

A mat forming perennial. The wiry, burgundy stems are clothed in small, rounded, slightly hairy leaves. In late Spring a profusion of sugary pink, five petalled flowers. For any sunny, well drained spot. Ideal for spilling over walls or large pots, among rocks or to trail over paths. If it takes a fancy to your garden it may even self seed.