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Saponaria × olivana


Cushion Soapwort

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.470.120


This little treasure forms a tight cushioned dome of bright-green leaves, bursting into flower in late spring with bright-pink starry flowers arranged in a circle around the edge of the mound. A true alpine, this requires a sunny, well-drained rock garden or gravel scree. Also nice in troughs or other containers. Unlike many Soapworts, this hybrid will not overgrow and swamp out everything around it. Plants may be easily divided in late summer or early spring. Drought tolerant once established. Evergreen.

Further details for
Saponaria × olivana

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
Care Level
  Moderate
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Deep Pink
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Alpine & Rock
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Evergreen
Flower Head Size
  Small
Height
   5-10 cm
   2-4 inches
Spread
   20-30 cm
   8-12 inches
Foot Traffic
   Light

Growth Rate
   Slow
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.












Saponaria × olivana


Cushion Soapwort

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.470.120


This little treasure forms a tight cushioned dome of bright-green leaves, bursting into flower in late spring with bright-pink starry flowers arranged in a circle around the edge of the mound. A true alpine, this requires a sunny, well-drained rock garden or gravel scree. Also nice in troughs or other containers. Unlike many Soapworts, this hybrid will not overgrow and swamp out everything around it. Plants may be easily divided in late summer or early spring. Drought tolerant once established. Evergreen.

Further details for
Saponaria × olivana

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
Care Level
  Moderate
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Deep Pink
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Alpine & Rock
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Evergreen
Flower Head Size
  Small
Height
   5-10 cm
   2-4 inches
Spread
   20-30 cm
   8-12 inches
Foot Traffic
   Light

Growth Rate
   Slow
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.