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Common
name: "Rock Soapwort"
Latin name: Saponaria ocymoldes
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Zone: 2
- 8
Elevation to: 8000'
Growth habit: Mat forming
Max height: 6" - 12"
Spread: 12"
Flowers: Yes, May - June
Flower type: Cymes
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 8+
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Pictured: S.
ocymoldes 'Rubra Compacta' |
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Cultivation:
Plant in full sun in well drained soil. "Rock Soapwort"
tolerates most soil types and drought quite well.
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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