Saponaria x 'Oliviana' Cushion Soapwort Neat little soft green tufts roam over the ground. In spring the foliage becomes illuminated with deep pink tubes that open up to brilliant pink stars then close to become little white tubes when finished blooming. This plant looks great before during and after bloom. Plant between larger stones or simply give it a great spot to hang over a retaining wall. Well drained soil is a must. Drought tolerant.
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Part Sun
Sun
Foot Traffic:
TO
Bloom Time
:
Late Spring
Flower color
:
Pink
Foliage
:
Semi-Evergreen
Foliage Color
:
Light Green
Growth Rate
:
Moderate 6"-10" a year
Habit
:
Spreading
Irrigation
:
Hand Water,Auto
Plant Height
:
1" - 2" (Low Grower with small flower)
Planting Area Environment
:
Low Water (Dry area little to no water),Normal (Rainfall under normal condition)
Seacrh Sun Exposure
:
Part Sun,Sun
Search Foot Traffic
:
Light
Soil
:
Clay ,Sandy ,Gravel ,Normal
Spread
:
Continuous
Zone:
4,5,6,7,8,9
This Plant Is Hardy Above:
-30˚
Additional Features:
Heat Tolerant
No
Pool Area
No
Deer Resistant
Yes
Humid Area
No
Kid Traffic
No
Scented
No
Dog Traffic
No
Butterfly Friendly
Yes
Attracts Bees
Yes
Fire Resistant
No
Erosion Control
No
Attract Hummingbirds
Yes
Attract Butterflies
Yes
Attract Bees
Yes
Deer Resistant
Yes
Rabbit Resistant
Yes
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Saponaria oliviana is one of the prettiest plants I have ever seen. Plant this one close enough that you can watch throughout its blooming cycle. It will not disappoint.
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