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Saponaria ocymoides

Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 8 - 20 cm (3 - 8 in)
Spread 30 - 75 cm (1 - 2.5 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Saponaria ocymoides (rock soapwort) bears showy and white blooms during late spring to early summer. This herbaceous perennial is low trailing in form and has medium green foliage that is matte, medium textured and evergreen.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting and wild flower.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Saponaria ocymoides tolerates drought, and has a natural resistance to deer. This herbaceous perennial attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.