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Common
name: "German Soapwort"
Latin name: Saponaria lempergii 'Max Frel'
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Zone: 5
- 9
Elevation to: 7500'
Growth habit: Mat forming
Max height: 8" - 12"
Spread: 12"
Flowers: Yes, August - Sept
Flower type:
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 8+
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Pictured: S.
lempergil 'Max Frel' |
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Cultivation:
Plant in full sun in well drained soil. "German
Soapwort" adapts well to most soil types... but prefers
slightly alkaline soils.
Propagation:
Seed can be started in a cold frame or greenhouse and moved
outdoors after danger of frost has passed. For a quicker showing
purchase pre-started plants at your local Garden Center.
Once established plants can be divided in spring.
Potential pests ~ diseases:
Slugs. |
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