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How to Propagate and Grow
Saponaria


Genus: Saponaria

Family: Caryophllaceae

Species: S. officinalis


Common Names: Bouncing Bet, tumbling Ted, soapwort.

Classification: Perennial.

Height: 60cm (24inches).

Flowering: From summer through autumn.

Usage: Ideal for borders and beds.

Saponaria are ideal wild garden plants.

Site: Saponaria prefer full sun, they thrive in it!

Saponaria will also do well in partial shade.

Soil: Any rich and free draining soil.


Propagation Methods: By seed in spring.

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By division in autumn.


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