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Rock Soapwort

Rock Soapwort

Saponaria ocymoides

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  • Compact groundcover for rock gardens and low walls.
  • Abundant flowering in spring and summer.
  • Attracts bees and butterflies.
  • Very low maintenance and drought-tolerant.
  • Cold-hardy and winter-tolerant, ideal for sunny spots.
Saponaria ocymoides Rock Soapwort is a hardy, low-growing perennial prized for its fragrant pink blooms and cushion-forming habit. This saponin-rich plant nods to its traditional cleansing roots, giving it a natural, timeless appeal. It thrives in sunny, rocky spots with well-drained soil, adding color and texture to slopes, walls, and crevices. A genuine rock garden hero, its compact form and enduring charm bring wild beauty and character to outdoor spaces.

Care and Watering

Water sparingly; let rocky soil dry between drinks and avoid waterlogged roots to keep Saponaria ocymoides healthy.

Maintenance

Deadhead faded flowers, trim lightly after bloom, and refresh mulch yearly to maintain neat, compact growth.

Location

Choose full sun to light shade in well-drained, gritty soil—perfect for rock gardens or sunny containers.

Tips

Use coarse compost, avoid rich mixes, and protect from winter excess moisture to prevent rot; attracts bees and butterflies.

Saponaria ocymoides (rock soapwort) is a beauty for color in the border and rock and wall gardens. The dense mat of gray-green leaves and vibrant flowers forms a charming carpet that stands out on sunny days. Thanks to the nectar-rich bloom, it attracts plenty of butterflies and bees, making it a living, graceful addition to spring and summer borders.
Flowering months
May June July
Density per m2 6 a 9
Standing Full sun
Properties Winter hardy., Evergreen., Rotting plant., Fragrant., Ground cover.
Flower color Pink
Leaf color Green

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Pickup 15% discount

Kleine Dries 25 - 8600 Diksmuide   

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Delivery costs

BE € 4,95     NL € 5,95
DE € 6,95     FR € 9,95
AT € 14,95     DK € 16,95
IT € 16,95     ES € 19,95
SK € 19,95     CZ € 19,95
SE € 20,95     IE € 20,95
LU € 20,95    

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