Saponaria ocymoides
Rock Soapwort
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Rock Soapwort (Saponaria ocymoides) - Description
Saponaria ocymoides (rock soapwort or tumbling Ted) is a species of semi-evergreen perennial flowering plant belonging to the family Caryophyllaceae, native to south western and southern central Europe.
Rock Soapwort (Saponaria ocymoides) - Blooming
Clusters of five-petaled flowers, usually in shades of pink.
Rock Soapwort (Saponaria ocymoides) - Growth
Leaves are simple and usually lance shaped. Annuals and perennials. Some species half a foot to two feet tall.
Rock Soapwort (Saponaria ocymoides) - Planting
Can be grown from seed, but double-flowered forms do not come true and should be propagated vegetatively.
Rock Soapwort (Saponaria ocymoides) - Interesting facts
Saponarias, or Soapworts, are so named because the crush leaves and roots exude compounds that act as emulsifiers. These compounds are good as a natural soap. The plants are mildly toxic and should not be ingested.
Rock Soapwort (Saponaria ocymoides) - Soil and irrigation
Average, well-drained soil, preferably with neutral to alkaline pH. Sandy soil is fine.
