Saponaria 'Bressingham'

Also Known As

Saponaria 'Bressingham Pink'
Soapwort

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 2"
W: 8"

planting zones

4a-9b

Saponaria 'Bressingham' plant details

Saponaria 'Bressingham' is a slow-growing broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty and rocky soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Saponaria 'Bressingham'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 8 IN - wide, 0 - 2 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Saponaria 'Bressingham'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and rocky

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Forms a semi-evergreen carpet of grassy, green leaves, covered with large, brilliant rose-pink flowers. Deer resistant. Soapwort grows best in well-drained, gravelly soil that is not wet in winter. Drought tolerant. Requires little water once established.