Trailing Saponaria

Saponaria Ocymoides

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Overview

Trailing Saponaria (Saponaria ocymoides), also known as Rock Soapwort, is an evergreen perennial that forms a low, dense mat up to 6 inches high and spreads approximately 24 inches wide. Adorned with masses of vivid pink blooms in late spring to early summer, its foliage is small, oval, and bright green. This hardy groundcover thrives in well-drained soil in full sun, perfect for rock gardens and borders. USDA zones 3-8.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 3–7

Trailing Saponaria (Saponaria Ocymoides) — Trailing Saponaria (Saponaria ocymoides)

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 3–7

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Caryophyllaceae

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Trailing Saponaria (Saponaria Ocymoides) — is an evergreen perennial that forms a low; embodying a perfect blend of beauty and resilience for your, image 49

Trailing Saponaria (Saponaria Ocymoides) — dense mat up to 6 inches high and spreads approximately 24 inches wide; also known as Rock Soapwort, image 50

Trailing Saponaria (Saponaria Ocymoides) — This hardy groundcover thrives in well-drained soil in full sun, perfect for rock gardens and borders, image 52

Trailing Saponaria (Saponaria Ocymoides) — Adorned with masses of vivid pink blooms in late spring to early summer; is an enchanting perennial, image 51

Trailing Saponaria (Saponaria Ocymoides) — and commonly referred to as Rock Soapwort; scientifically dubbed Saponaria ocymoides, image 54

Trailing Saponaria (Saponaria Ocymoides) — scientifically dubbed Saponaria ocymoides; ground cover / perennial for full or half, image 53

Trailing Saponaria (Saponaria Ocymoides) — Trailing Saponaria exhibits a prolific growth habit; pink flowers in the garden, image 56

Trailing Saponaria (Saponaria Ocymoides) — is an enchanting perennial groundcover ideal for gracing your landscape with its cascading splendor, image 55

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