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Max Frei Soapwort

Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei'

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Overview

The Max Frei Saponaria, or Saponaria x lempergii 'Max Frei', is a low-growing perennial famed for its vibrant magenta-pink blossoms. Thriving in zones 4-7, it forms a dense, mat-like groundcover reaching 6-9 inches tall with a spread of 12-24 inches. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Its long blooming period, from late spring to midsummer, and semi-evergreen foliage make it an ideal choice for borders and rock gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 4–8Type Ground cover, Perennial
Max Frei Soapwort (Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei') — or Saponaria x lempergii 'Max Frei'
Max Frei Soapwort (Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei') — from late spring to midsummerMax Frei Soapwort (Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei') — is a low-growing perennial famed for its vibrant magenta-pink blossomsMax Frei Soapwort (Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei') — It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soilMax Frei Soapwort (Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei') — mat-like groundcover reaching 6-9 inches tall with a spread of 12-24 inchesMax Frei Soapwort (Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei') — is a charming perennial that adds a splash of color to any garden settingMax Frei Soapwort (Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei') — magenta-pink blooms that grace the garden with vibrant color throughout late spring and into the summer+3

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Family
Caryophyllaceae

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Max Frei Soapwort (Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei') — or Saponaria x lempergii 'Max Frei'
Max Frei Soapwort (Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei') — from late spring to midsummer
Max Frei Soapwort (Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei') — is a low-growing perennial famed for its vibrant magenta-pink blossoms
Max Frei Soapwort (Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei') — It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil
Max Frei Soapwort (Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei') — mat-like groundcover reaching 6-9 inches tall with a spread of 12-24 inches
Max Frei Soapwort (Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei') — is a charming perennial that adds a splash of color to any garden setting
Max Frei Soapwort (Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei') — magenta-pink blooms that grace the garden with vibrant color throughout late spring and into the summer
Max Frei Soapwort (Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei') — scientifically known as Saponaria x lempergii 'Max Frei'
Max Frei Soapwort (Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei') — This hardy plant typically reaches a mature height of 6 to 12 inches and spreads out 12 to 24 inches
Max Frei Soapwort (Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei') — and semi-evergreen foliage make it an ideal choice for borders and rock gardens
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