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Saponaria ocymoides

Trailing Rock Soapwort

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer:

 

Description

Rock Soapwort is a vigorous creeper with semi-evergreen leaves. Growing 4"-8" in height, it is good for sandy or dry areas in full sun. During May and June, small, rich pink flowers adorn the trailing mats of dark leaves. -Holland WIldflower Farm

 

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial

Height Range

Under 1'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Yellow Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Mediterranean

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Lawn Substitute, Hanging Baskets

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.