About Soapwort Seeds - Rock Soapwort

Saponaria ocymoides

SEED TYPE Open Pollinated Seed

Cascading bright pink flowers tumble over rocks, walls and patio containers

Contains high levels of saponins, an ingredient in soap

Avoid planting near ponds or water gardens as it is highly toxic to fish

Deer resistant and drought tolerant

Known for its abundant blooms and robust growth, this classic perennial has found its place in herb and cottage gardens worldwide. Our Rock Soapwort Seeds yield enduring blossoms adorned in vibrant pink. These petite flowers evoke the charm of phlox blossoms and bloom generously for months, typically beginning in late spring. This plant gracefully ascends and meanders over rocks, serving as an excellent trailing plant for walls or raised beds. Additionally, it functions admirably as a ground cover or fills the spaces between pavers. The flowers emit a delightfully sweet fragrance, particularly during the cooler evening hours.

Soapwort is a spreading perennial is native to Europe and grows 6-14 inches tall.

It blooms in late spring, producing many small, pink flowers that cover the bushy mounds.

It can be used as a ground cover, and it is ideal for the front of the border or rock gardens.

Full sun to partial shade.

Recipient of the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit for reliable performance in the garden.

Bursting with pink profusion, this popular pretty wildflower spreads a carpet of joy wherever it blooms.

This easy-to-grow perennial is an ideal groundcover, edging plant, or container plant.

Originally, this hardy plant grew in the mountains of the Mediterranean region and southwestern Asia.

The genus name "Saponaria" comes from the Latin word for soap, referring to the plant's ancient use in soap-making.

Rumor has it that this plant produces such a gentle and cleansing lather that it has been used for cleaning fragile museum pieces.