Saponaria caespitosa

Saponaria caespitosa

Native to:
France | Spain

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Caryophyllaceae
Genus:
Saponaria
Species:
Saponaria caespitosa

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Subshrub
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Colors:
pink
Ground Cover:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily after cold stratification; surface sow on well-drained medium.

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ORGHPS Germination Guide: Expose to fluctuating outdoor winter temps incl. freezing for 3 months. Increase light/temp in spring.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society