Saponaria ocymoides 1Q (Soapwort)

Dense semi-evergreen mats of foliage are blanketed in sprays of bright pink flowers over a long bloom period in the summer. Also called Rock Soapwort, this Southern European native is perfect for adding to the rock garden, using as an edging or groundcover plant, or planting in and cascading down rock walls.

• Container Size: 1 quart
  
• USDA Zone: 2-9
  
• Height: 6-9 inches
  
• Spread: 12-24 inches
  
• Sun Exposure: full sun
  
• Soil Moisture: dry to average
  
• Bloom Time: late spring to summer
  
• Bloom Color: pink
  
• Foliage Color: green
  
• US Native: no
  
• Wildlife Benefit:
• Notes: deer tolerant, drought tolerant
  
• Image Credit: Jelitto