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Saponaria officinalis (Soapwort) is a rhizomatous perennial forming wide clumps of upright stems clad with lance-shaped dark green leaves. From mid to late summer, it boasts terminal and axillary clusters of fragrant light pink or white flowers. The nectar of the flowers attracts butterflies and moths. Native to Eurasia, this Saponaria species has naturalized throughout much of North America. This is an attractive plant with a long blooming period. Unfortunately, it has also become an invasive plant in some natural areas.
Hardiness |
3 - 8 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Caryophyllaceae |
Common names | Soapwort, Chimney Pink |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Summer (Mid, Late) |
Height | 1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spacing | 12" - 18" (30cm - 50cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Native Plants | United Kingdom |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow, Gravel and Rock Garden |
Hardiness |
3 - 8 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Caryophyllaceae |
Common names | Soapwort, Chimney Pink |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Summer (Mid, Late) |
Height | 1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spacing | 12" - 18" (30cm - 50cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Native Plants | United Kingdom |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow, Gravel and Rock Garden |
How many Saponaria officinalis (Soapwort) do I need for my garden?
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