Saponaria ocymoides
Rock Soapwort
Forms a nice carpet of semi-evergreen foliage, sprays of small pink flowers. Works well in a rock garden, as a groundcover or between stepping stones on a path. The common name refers to the sap from the roots of S. officinalis, which was once used to make soap.
- Height: 6" – 8"
- Width: 12" – 18"
- Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
- Flower Color: Pink
- Bloom Time: June, July
- Hardiness Zone: 3 To 7
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Plant Characteristics - Saponaria ocymoides
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Attributes
- Container
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Hummingbirds
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Plant Habit
- Mound
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Light Conditions
- Sun
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Flower Color
- Pink
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Flower Hue
- Medium
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Flower Type
- Panicle
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Flower Height
- 6" to 8"
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Medium
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Flower Form
- Single
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Flower Size
- 1/2"
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Soil Moisture
- Moist/Well Drained
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Prune Time
- After Blooming
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Growth Rate
- Average
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Origin
- Europe
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Divide
- Every Third Year
Possible Substitutions for Saponaria ocymoides
Sempervivum 'Oddity'
Hens and Chicks
Matching Attributes
- Plant Habit: Mound
Sempervivum 'Black'
Hens and Chicks
Matching Attributes
- Plant Habit: Mound
Sempervivum 'Green Wheel'
Hens and Chicks
Matching Attributes
- Plant Habit: Mound
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