Soapwort. An upright perennial with mid-green leaves. Dense clusters double red flowers fading to pink from summer to autumn. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 50cm. Flowers July to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Saponaria officinalis ‘Rubra Plena’
An upright perennial with mid-green leaves. Dense clusters double red flowers fading to pink from summer to autumn.
Additional information
| Generic | Saponaria |
|---|---|
| Species | officinalis |
| Varietry | 'Rubra Plena' |
| Common Name | Soapwort |
| Flower Colour | red |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 60cm |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Spread | 50cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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